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“The Communist Party apparatus was the most gigantic mafia the world has ever known.”

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David Remnick, born on October 29, 1958, is an accomplished American journalist known for his profound insights into politics, culture, and international affairs. He served as the editor of The New Yorker magazine, where he published many highly acclaimed articles. more

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