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“After all, the past is our only real guide to the future, and historical analogies are instruments for distilling and organizing the past and converting it to a map by which we can navigate.”

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Michael Mandelbaum
Michael Mandelbaum

Michael Mandelbaum is an American political scientist and author, born on September 23, 1946. He is known for his extensive research and contributions in the fields of international relations, foreign policy, and global politics. more

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