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#248 – Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power

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Love Amidst Suffering

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between hardship and love, particularly in the context of genocide and personal trauma. The speakers argue for the importance of alleviating suffering to foster genuine compassion, sharing personal anecdotes from their lives in the Soviet Union and post-war refugee camps. Through their reflections, they highlight the transformative nature of adversity on human connections and the coexistence of joy amidst pain.

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