Quote by E. M. Forster, Two Cheers for De

If I had to choose between betraying my country and betraying my friend, I hope I should have the guts to betray my country.

If I had to choose between betraying my country and betrayin

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This quote is an expression of the value placed on friendship and loyalty. It implies that one's commitment to a friend would take precedence over nationalistic loyalty. It suggests that personal connections and bonds should hold more weight than blind allegiance to one's country in situations where such a choice needs to be made. It challenges the conventional notion of patriotism, emphasizing the importance of personal connections and moral integrity in decision-making.

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