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Global Conflict Resolution Through Positioning Analysis

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Louis, W.R. (2008). Intergroup Positioning and Power. In: Moghaddam, F.M., Harré, R., Lee, N. (eds) Global Conflict Resolution Through Positioning Analysis. Peace Psychology Book Series. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-72112-5_2

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