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“in a constitutionally ordered state, where laws are derived from broad principles of right and wrong and where those principles are enshrined and protected by agreed upon procedures and practices, it can never be in the long-term interest of the state or its citizens to flout those procedures at home or associate too closely overseas with the enemies of your founding ideals.”

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Book:Reappraisals: Reflections on the Forgotten Twentieth Century
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Reappraisals: Reflections on the Forgotten Twentieth Century

This book is a compilation of reflective essays that delve into the lesser-known facets of the Twentieth Century, offering readers a nuanced perspective on historical events and cultural shifts. more

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Tony Judt
Tony Judt

Tony Judt was an accomplished historian renowned for his profound insights and critical analyses of 20th-century European history. His work covered a wide range of themes from the French Revolution to the end of the Cold War, with a particular focus on issues such as democracy, political freedom, and moral responsibility. more

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