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“What Americans cant face is that one of the reasons that the Russians and the Chinese were so impressed with us during the Cold War was the fact that Nixon and Kissinger went on bombing despite public reaction.”

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Robert D. Kaplan
Robert D. Kaplan

Robert D. Kaplan is an American journalist and writer born on June 23, 1952. He is renowned for his work in the fields of international politics, geopolitics, and military strategy, known for his in-depth analysis and unique insights. more

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