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Article: Safire's New Political Dictionary.
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- Defense Counsel Journal
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- October 1, 1994
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Safire's New Political Dictionary. By William Safire. Random House, 201 East 50th St., New York, N.Y. 10022. 1993. $35.00. xxvii, 930 pages.
Both reviewed by Jay W. Stein, research librarian and consultant in Chicago. He is a former professor of political science and education, with service in government and academic administration.
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