For years, the United Nations has been dining out on a reputation built in the heady days following the end of World War II, when it was created to save future generations from the scourge of war, promote human rights and fundamental freedoms, advance economic development and higher standards of living, and promote comity among nations. There have been successes over the past 80 years, such as the elimination of smallpox, but they are shockingly rare considering the resources and respect the U.N. commands
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