Charles E. Bohlen (Charles Eustis "Chip" Bohlen) Quotes

In dealing with the Communists, remember that in their mind what is secret is serious, and what is public is merely propaganda.

Charles E. Bohlen

• Mind
• Remember
• Serious
• Secret
• Propaganda

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• In dealing with the Communists, remember that in their mind what is secret is serious, and what is public is merely propaganda.

  

  Charles E. Bohlen
  • Mind
  • Remember
  • Serious