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February 9, 2012

U.S. Well Suited for Persian Gulf Power Play

Ray Takeyh, New York Times

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The paradox of the new Middle East is that as American influence declines, its ability to sustain its essential interests remains intact.

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TAGGED: United States, Persian Gulf

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