Explain George Kennan's comparison of American democracy to a "pea-brained dinosaur sitting contentedly in a swamp of unmindful threats."

A) He rests still for the moment, but may attack any opponent at any time and should not be disturbed. B) Despite the appearance of contentedness, he as actually quite violent. C) Threats surround him but he exists in ignorance to them. D) Once harmed by an adversary, he erupts into a violent rage that destroys the foe and wrecks his own habitat.

Answer: D

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