The Art of Listening With George Shultz and Mikhail Gorbachev
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Overview
Former Secretary of State George Shultz and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev reflect on their first meeting and the importance of listening in diplomacy. Their personal insights reveal how dialogue helped thaw Cold War tensions and shape global cooperation.