Unraveling the Cold War Paranoia

This chapter explores the assumption that the Congolese leader, La Mumba, was a communist and how his interactions with the Soviets and the Americans shaped this perception. It delves into the self-conceptions of the US and the Soviet Union during the Cold War and their influence on foreign policy. The chapter also discusses the consequences of supporting Mobutu's regime and its impact on the Congolese people.