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Henry Kissinger: “But, under no conditions should a treaty be made as a favor to another country, or to make another country feel better.”

On the recordApril 28, 2010
But, under no conditions should a treaty be made as a favor to another country, or to make another country feel better.
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Henry Kissinger

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Kissinger emphasizes treaties must serve American interests, not just appease other nations.

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