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“Disequilibrium is often instigated by the will to power, a sleepless drive in the human personality to control others, to force them to do what one wants, or not to do what one opposes.”

Book:The Way of the World: A Story of Truth and Hope in an Age of Extremism

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The Way of the World: A Story of Truth and Hope in an Age of Extremism

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Ron Suskind

Ron Suskind is an American journalist renowned for his in-depth investigative reporting and analysis of political and social issues. Born on November 20, 1959, he has worked as a journalist for The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, and served as an editor at Time magazine. Suskind is praised for his profound insights into the political decision-making process, and his work often reveals the stories behind the scenes of power. more

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