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From: mrl@oddjob.UUCP (Scott R. Anderson)
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Subject: Re: Call for action on an Alternative to the Nuclear Dilemma
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Date: Thu, 9-Jan-86 09:40:28 EST
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Posted: Thu Jan  9 09:40:28 1986
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>>Russia's perception of Europe as a battleground is understandable albeit a bit
>>paranoid. They have been invaded by every country in Europe at one time or
>>another (except maybe Belgium and the Netherlands) and it has been expensive
>>every time.
>
>Russia may be worried about being invaded, but history supports that as
>a legitimate concern, not paranoia.

It should be pointed out that Russia hasn't been invaded any more than
any other European country, and probably many fewer times.  So paranoia
should be considered relative to other European countries (not the US).

Back in the 18th century, Russia was trying very hard to be a part of
European society, and a world power.  I don't think they quite understood
what that would involve, and they still haven't recovered from the shock!
-- 

					Scott Anderson
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