Besides the above, another fascinating experience was reading the arguments in the context of the height of the Cold War, and how we find ourselves, nearly 60 years later, with little changed. He discusses the same problems we are facing today: Russia, Middle East, Asia, Africa, and South America – it is as if no progress has been made during that time span. It certainly give me pause.
But, I always have Hope, so I hope you had a Merry Christmas and I wish you a Happy New Year!