Quote of the day
The Chinese seemed to be mourning Mao in a heartfelt fashion. But I wondered how many of their tears were genuine. People had practiced acting to such a degree that they confused it with their true feelings.
Elliott Abrams
Born: January 24, 1948 (age 77)
Bio: Elliott Abrams is a former American diplomat, lawyer and political scientist who served in foreign policy positions for Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush.
Known for:
- Iran: The Nuclear Challenge (2012)
- Security and sacrifice (1995)








