Negotiations are a euphemism for capitulation if the shadow of power is not cast across the bargaining table.

George Shultz

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Negotiation Power Political theory International politics Politics

Speaker

George Shultz

Source

Moral Principles and Strategic Interests: The Worldwide Movement Toward Democracy

Medium

Speech

Language

English

Time

1986 1980s 20th century

Occupation

Diplomat

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United States

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Citation

Shultz, George. "Moral Principles and Strategic Interests: The Worldwide Movement Toward Democracy." Landon Lecture Series. 14 Apr. 1986, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.

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