Quote by Thomas Friedman

No matter where I go - London, Beirut, Jerusalem, Washington, Beijing, or Bangalore - I'm always looking to rediscover that land of ten thousand lakes where politics actually worked to make people's lives better, not pull them apart.

No matter where I go - London, Beirut, Jerusalem, Washington

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This quote reflects the yearning to find a place or political system where politicians prioritize the well-being and unity of the people. The speaker, regardless of their location, longs for a society akin to the mythic "land of ten thousand lakes," which symbolizes a harmonious and effective political environment. This quote implies a discontent with the current state of politics in various global cities, highlighting the desire for a society where politics serves the greater good rather than causing division.

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