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“Civilizations rise and fall on confidence. America had figured out a way to borrow money to manufacture it.”

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Ron Suskind
Ron Suskind

Ron Suskind is an American journalist renowned for his in-depth investigative reporting and analysis of political and social issues. Born on November 20, 1959, he has worked as a journalist for The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, and served as an editor at Time magazine. Suskind is praised for his profound insights into the political decision-making process, and his work often reveals the stories behind the scenes of power. more

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