I am a fan of R.J. Rummel. Quoted him often during election to explain 'why' Democracy/Freedom important.(here as well) I was wanting for GW and Repubs et al. . .to use him more specifically to explain these 'why/wherefores'. . . in the simplest. . .most profound way.
One night, Charles Krauthammer said something and I thought. . .'Rummell"; in checking later for info; noticed some correspondence between Rummell and Krauthammer - found that interesting. . .and encouraging; still wish more would 'go there'.
And the next four years may be the best reason to do so.
Thank you, my friend.