Quote by Steven Wright

When I was crossing the border into Canada, they asked if I had any firearms with me. I said, Well, what do you need?

When I was crossing the border into Canada, they asked if I

Summary

This quote, from a humorous standpoint, depicts a playfully provocative response to an immigration officer's question about firearms at the Canadian border. The individual humorously takes the question literally, as if the officer is asking for firearms rather than inquiring about possessing them. By highlighting the cultural stereotypes of Canadians as friendly and non-confrontational, the quote spotlights cultural differences and uses clever wordplay to evoke a light-hearted response.

By Steven Wright

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