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In my experience, its not just that serious books get a hearing on comedy shows. But serious books get a serious hearing, as well as a funny one, on comedy shows. – Michael Mandelbaum

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American influence in the world is certainly considerable, but the United States does not control, directly or indirectly, the politics and economics of other societies, as empires have always done, save for a few special cases that turn out to be the exceptions that prove the rule. – Michael Mandelbaum

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Politics
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Certainly, protecting oppressed people, stopping ethnic conflict and promoting responsible governance are worthy goals. But none is as important for American security and prosperity as keeping the peace in the Middle East, Europe and East Asia. – Michael Mandelbaum

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Peace
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The United States contributes to peace in both by serving as a buffer between and among regional powers that, while not preparing for armed conflict, do not fully trust one another. – Michael Mandelbaum

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A waffle is like a pancake with a syrup trap. – Mitch Hedberg

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Plus, I love comic writing. Nothing satisfies me more than finding a funny way to phrase something. – Michael Pollan

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I never smoked. I never drank and I never took drugs. The funny thing is, nothing is more boring, people like this. For me, its OK. But most of my friends, at least they smoke and drink. – Karl Lagerfeld

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Even as a kid I was never the generator of humor, but I always knew who was funny, who to hang out with. – Andrew Stanton

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