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Depending on where you stand, Henry Kissinger is either a foreign policy mastermind or a war criminal. Some see him as a brilliant strategist who made tough but necessary decisions to advance American interests in a complex world; others point to his infamous order that American warplanes should "bomb anything that flies, on anything that moves" as evidence that he bears responsibility for the loss of countless civilian lives. But one thing both sides agree on is that few figures in the 20th century have had a more profound influence on how the U.S. conducts foreign policy.Kissinger grew up in an orthodox Jewish household in Germany, under the shadow of the Nazis' rise to power; he and his family fled to the U.S. when he was a teenager. Professor Jeremi Suri, author of "Henry Kissinger and the American Century," argues that Kissinger's experiences during the Holocaust have informed his approach to global politics throughout his career, as well as his relationship with democracy, war, and power. Today on the show, how Henry Kissinger shaped, and was shaped by, the 20th century.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Dr. Jeremi Suri, a professor at the University of Texas, Austin, explores the haunting aftermath of the American Civil War. He argues that the war's end was merely superficial, leaving deep societal wounds that manifest today. Suri discusses the roots of civil unrest, the racial divide, and the entrenched divisions across the globe. He emphasizes the need for solutions to systemic inequalities and the balance between order and chaos in society. The conversation dives into the enduring legacy of past conflicts and the struggle for genuine social healing.

Jeremi Suri, a political expert based in Texas, dives into the complexities of the upcoming presidential election and its pivotal vice-presidential debate. He discusses the Texas GOP's contradiction of faith when confronting faith-based organizations aiding migrants, illustrating the intersection of religion and politics. Suri also analyzes escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, exploring the potential ramifications of recent conflicts. His insights reveal the intricate relationship between domestic political sentiments and international affairs.