Word: thirdworld
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Dates: during 1981-1981
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...other issue--America's role in the ThirdWorld, where he argues a fairly straight liberal line--he speaks with clarity and a certain passion. Though the former Peace Corps volunteer couches his argument in the language of national security ("Regard foreign aid as a crucial investment," and "Stop giving up nations to the Soviets," he instructs) and not morality, his conclusions are those of a decent, committed American. It is the only time he really throws down the gauntlet at the feet of American conservatives, which may explain why it stands out like a Guardian Angel on a half-empty...
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