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Part Three: The Pol Pot Episodes: How A Nice, Quiet Kid Murdered His Country

Behind the Bastards

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Confronting Harsh Realities: The Fall of Pol Pot

This chapter delves into the psychological barriers individuals face when dealing with harsh political truths, using Pol Pot's decisions and the Khmer Rouge's regime as a key example. It traces the aftermath of the Vietnamese invasion and Pol Pot's eventual downfall, highlighting the themes of ego, stubbornness, and the impact of leadership failures on a nation.

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