Quote by Christopher Hitchens

I have always found it quaint and rather touching that there is a movement [Libertarians] in the US that thinks Americans are not yet selfish enough.

I have always found it quaint and rather touching that there

Summary

This quote, attributed to American novelist, Gore Vidal, expresses a satirical viewpoint on the libertarian movement in the United States. Vidal perceives it as both quaint and touching, suggesting an endearing naivety or innocence. Moreover, by asserting that this movement believes Americans are not sufficiently selfish, he insinuates that libertarian ideas could potentially promote an individualistic and self-centered society. Vidal's words aim to present a somewhat ironic critique of this particular political ideology.

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Selfishness Ayn Rand Individualism Libertarianism Objectivism

By Christopher Hitchens

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