Word: deutsches
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...Deutsch came to Harvard in 1967 and he has been here ever since. He has spent the last decade refining and probing deeper into his theories, as well as publishing his findings. He has written or substantially contributed to more than 15 books, running the gamut from nationalism to comparative government to quantitative methods...
...Karl Deutsch is now at the peak of his career. His spacious second floor office in Littauer Center is lined with books about subjects he pioneered, and boxes and file cabinets store his countless articles and essays. His secretary handles his correspondence, including innumerable invitations to participate in professional conferences. There are more requests for his time than he can handle in a working day, and yet he always tries to find time for everybody. He is currently completing a three-year term as president of the International Political Science Association, and he is a past president of the American...
...Deutsch does have one regret, one thing he would have done differently. If he had it to do over. "I would make it a point not to spend quite as much time on my career at the expense of my family," he reflects. "Many young people feel they have to establish their professions immediately and they are under such pressure that their families have to bear some of the strain. I wish young people would think of this early so that they have time enough for each other and for their children...
Although he is well known for his constant optimism, Deutsch does predict that the world will face severe challenges in the years ahead. "We may soon face crises and catastrophes compared to which the depressions and wars of the first half of this century will seem minor," he warns, his German accent thickening to underscore the dangers. "The first crisis we may face is that of an arms race in a world of nuclear arsenals and weapons of mass destruction. This could start in the next 12 months if the SALT treaty fails in the Senate. The second crisis...
...Deutsch's furrowed brow now relaxes as he offers a note of optimism: "Humanity has always survived its crises, from the ice age onward. I don't think we'll fail...