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“The notion that the UN is some sort of dispassionate body that, “does right” and just pursues everybody’s best interests is a fantasy. Each individual nation will be pursuing their best interests. That’s the normal behavior of nation-states. It shouldn’t surprise us, but neither should we go to them for permission to do what’s in our national interests.”

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Mona Charen, born in 1957, is a renowned American columnist. Her work primarily focuses on political, social, and cultural issues, known for her incisive views and profound analysis. more

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