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“What it came down to was a search not for the most talent, the greatest brilliance, but for the fewest black marks, the fewest objections. The man who had made the fewest enemies in an era when forceful men espousing good causes had made many enemies: the Kennedys were looking for someone who made very small waves. They were looking for a man to fill the most important Cabinet post, a job requiring infinite qualities of intelligence, wisdom and sophistication, a knowledge of both this country and the world, and they were going at it as presidential candidates had often filled that other most crucial post, the Vice-Presidency, by choosing someone who had offended the fewest people. Everybody’s number-two choice.”

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Book:The Best and the Brightest
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The Best and the Brightest

This book delves into the lives and decisions of key figures who were instrumental in the formulation and execution of American foreign policy during the Vietnam era. It analyzes the motivations, strategies, and mistakes made by these leaders, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding the war. more

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David Halberstam
David Halberstam

David Halberstam was an American journalist and author renowned for his comprehensive reporting and insightful analysis of American society and politics. Born on April 10, 1934, in New York City, he passed away on April 23, 2007. more

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