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Zbigniew Brzezinski

Zbigniew Brzezinski was a prominent Polish-American political scientist and diplomat, best known for serving as National Security Advisor to President Jimmy Carter from 1977 to 1981. He played a key role in shaping U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War, particularly in relation to the Soviet Union and the Middle East. Brzezinski advocated for a strategy of engagement with global powers to promote democracy and counter authoritarianism. He is also noted for his influential writings on geopolitics and international relations, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural and regional dynamics in global politics.