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Cold War Politics

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Cold War politics refers to the ideological rivalry between the United States (and its allies) and the Soviet Union (and its allies) during the period following World War II until 1991. It was characterized by political tension, proxy wars, arms races, and competition for global influence between these two superpowers.

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