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“Suggesting evil is human doesn’t mean we can always understand it.”

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Kanan Makiya is an academic known for his work on modern Iraqi history and culture. Born in 1949, he has made significant contributions to the understanding of the Middle East, particularly through his writings on the Ba'athist regime in Iraq. Makiya's work often focuses on the intersection of politics, culture, and society. more

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