Quote by Dean Rusk

We have tried to make it clear that the United States is not just an old cow that gives more milk the more it is kicked in the flanks.

We have tried to make it clear that the United States is not

Summary

This quote suggests that the United States should not be seen as a passive entity that can be taken advantage of or mistreated without consequences. It emphasizes that the country is not weak or easily manipulated. Instead, it implies that the United States has the strength and resilience to protect its own interests and respond assertively to any form of mistreatment. It conveys a message that the nation will not tolerate being taken for granted and will defend itself when necessary.

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