Quote by Richard M. Nixon
Americans admire a people who can scratch a desert and produce a garden. The Israelis have shown qualities that Americans identify with: guts, patriotism, idealism, a passion for freedom. I have seen it. I know. I believe that.
Summary
This quote highlights the admiration that Americans have for the Israeli people due to their ability to turn a barren desert into a fertile garden. The qualities exhibited by Israelis, such as bravery, love for their country, idealism, and a strong yearning for freedom align with the values that Americans hold dear. The speaker emphasizes their personal experience of witnessing these qualities and firmly believes in the remarkable traits demonstrated by the Israeli people.