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In 1983, most Nicaraguans had still not fallen to the depths of deprivation and despair which they would reach in later years, but many were already unhappy and restive.

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Iranians launched their constitutional revolution in 1906 and established their parliament soon afterward.

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Because Iranians have had to fight so long and painfully for political freedom, they have a deep appreciation for its value - perhaps deeper than many in the West who take their electoral rights for granted.

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Relationships based on deals between leaders or ruling elites tend to collapse amid popular anger.

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The U.S. has intervened more often in more countries farther from its own shores than has any power in modern history.

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To frustrated Americans who have begun boycotting BP: Welcome to the club. It's great not to be the only member any more!

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From the 1920s into the 1940s, Britain's standard of living was supported by oil from Iran. British cars, trucks, and buses ran on cheap Iranian oil. Factories throughout Britain were fueled by oil from Iran. The Royal Navy, which projected British power all over the world, powered its ships with Iranian oil.

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The idea that Arabia is best run by Arabs is no more palatable to Western leaders today than it was to Napoleon or Churchill.

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As British and French imperialism ebbed following the end of the Second World War, America became the main outside player in Arab affairs.

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During the Cold War, America took sides not only in disputes between Arab countries, but also in debates within them.

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Biography

Nationality: American

Type: Author

Born: August 4th, 1951

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