...offers unique insight into establishment thinking and opposition thinking. Furthermore, Mr. Vaksman focuses on decisions by American policymakers and helps us understand their correct or mistaken responses to Soviet positions. Thus, the book not only details historic events; it comprehends psychological responses... -- Irving N. Rothman, University of Houston ...offers unique insight into establishment thinking and opposition thinking. Furthermore, Mr. Vaksman focuses on decisions by American policymakers and helps us understand their correct or mistaken responses to Soviet positions. Thus, the book not only details historic events; it comprehends psychological responses... -- Irving N. Rothman, University of Houston