America is like one of those old-fashioned six-cylinder truck engines that can be missing two sparkplugs and have a broken flywheel and have a crankshaft that's 5000 millimeters off fitting properly, and two bad ball-bearings, and still runs. We're in that kind of situation. We can have substantial parts of the population committing suicide, and still run and look fairly good.

Summary

This quote compares America to an old truck engine that can function even with missing parts and various mechanical issues. It suggests that the country has the ability to continue functioning, even in the face of significant challenges such as a high suicide rate among its population. Despite these problems, America can still appear relatively stable and functional on the surface. The quote highlights the resilience and perceived strength of the country, emphasizing its ability to weather difficulties and continue operating.

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