“I’m aware of the- the fact that people elsewhere in the world think differently from us. I can sort of see us, us Americans with their eyes. And not all that I see is- is attractive. I see an insular people who are- are insensitive to foreign sensibilities, who are lazy, obese, complacent and increasingly perplexed as to why we are losing our place in the world to people who are more dynamic than us and more disciplined”
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Edmund Morris
Edmund Morris is a renowned American writer, best known for his biographical works. Born on May 27, 1940, he is celebrated for his in-depth research and vivid narratives of historical figures. more
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