"The relative stability of the system is... largely determined by its capacity to adjust to the demands of the actors affected by changing political and environmental conditions."
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Robert Gilpin
Robert Gilpin (July 2, 1930 – June 20, 2018) was an American economist, and Professor Emeritus of Politics and International Affairs at the at , known for his contribution in the field of political economy and international relations, especially the effect of multinational corporations on state autonomy.
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