In The Wallstreet Journal (September 8, 1977)
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A memorandum is written not to inform the reader but to protect the writer.
— Dean Acheson
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About Dean Acheson
Dean Gooderham Acheson (April 11, 1893 – October 12, 1971) was the United States Secretary of State under President Harry S. Truman. He was known to have played a large part in writing the Truman Doctrine, and was well-known for his anti-Communist views.
About Dean Acheson
Dean Gooderham Acheson (April 11, 1893 – October 12, 1971) was the United States Secretary of State under President Harry S. Truman. He was known to have played a large part in writing the Truman Doctrine, and was well-known for his anti-Communist views.
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