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How Most Political Revolutions Get Out Of Control

When you hear the word “revolution,” what do you think about? Many Americans think of victory and freedom, while many Russians and Cubans think of the destruction of their countries.

By Meghan Dillon6 min read
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Winston Churchill famously said, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Unfortunately, many Americans don’t recognize some of the most horrific mistakes made in history, and this is particularly true when it comes to revolutions.