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“We believe we are creating the beginning of a new world order coming out of the collapse of the US-Soviet antagonisms.”

Quote by Brent Scowcroft

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Brent Scowcroft
Brent Scowcroft

Brent Scowcroft is an esteemed American politician who served as the National Security Advisor. Born in March 19, 1925, he had a profound impact on U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War and the post-Cold War era. more

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