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Colin Powell’s Leadership Legacy

Colin Powell’s Leadership Legacy

An Institutionalist in an Individualist Moment

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James Strock
Oct 22, 2021
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How will history view Colin Powell?

In our time, Powell is universally admired. He is a glittering exception to the ceaseless levelling of reputations that mars our moment. His methodically crafted personal character readily withstands the malicious narcissism of toxic mediocrities, assiduously panning for nuggets of unexpected flaws and missteps amid th…

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