Quote by Stanley Kubrick

The great nations have always acted like gangsters, and the small nations like prostitutes.

The great nations have always acted like gangsters, and the

Summary

This quote suggests that throughout history, powerful nations have often used force and aggression to assert their dominance, like ruthless gangsters. On the other hand, smaller nations are often forced or coerced into submission, similar to how prostitutes are compelled into certain actions. The analogy aims to highlight the power dynamics and exploitative nature of international relations, implying that the actions of great nations are driven by self-interest, while smaller nations are subjugated and influenced against their will.

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