Quote by Steven Wright

As of 1992, they'll be called European Economic Community fries.

As of 1992, they'll be called European Economic Community fr

Summary

This quote is a playful comment on how quickly and drastically things can change. In 1992, the European Economic Community, which later evolved into the European Union, was growing in significance. The quote humorously suggests that, in the future, even the name of a seemingly small and unimportant thing like fries could be influenced by this evolving political entity. It highlights the potential impact of political decisions on everyday life, even in unexpected and seemingly insignificant areas.

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By Steven Wright

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