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“U.S. certainly are not warlike. We don't want that. We want to make money, which I always thought was one of the most admirable things about Americans.”

Quote by Gore Vidal

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American writer, playwright, screenwriter, and critic. Known for his sharp political satire and profound historical insight, Vidal's work spans a variety of genres including novels, plays, screenplays, and criticism. more

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