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“We had to communicate through our lawyers a couple of times over the years, and [David Petraeus] told me that people have been like, "Good job, Dave." Congratulating him. That's the double standard. I've concluded that sharing it won't change anything.”

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Paula Broadwell

Paula Broadwell is an American writer specializing in military and intelligence issues. Born in 1972, she has authored several books on these topics, including a biography of General David Petraeus. Broadwell's career has been characterized by her engagement with the military and her expertise in national security. more

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