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“It was not malaise we suffered from; it was Jimmy Carter - and Walter Mondale.”

Quote by Jeane Kirkpatrick

Book:National and international dimensions

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National and international dimensions

This book delves into the complexities of national and international dimensions, examining the interactions and influences between different countries and regions across the world. more

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Jeane Kirkpatrick

Jeane Kirkpatrick was an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations from 1981 to 1985. She was known for her conservative views and her role in shaping U.S. foreign policy during the Reagan administration. more

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