Quote by Christopher Hitchens

If you gave [Jerry] Falwell an enema he could be buried in a matchbox.

If you gave [Jerry] Falwell an enema he could be buried in a

Summary

This quote is a metaphorical way of criticizing Jerry Falwell, suggesting that he is intellectually shallow and lacks substance. By comparing him to something small, like the amount of waste that can fit in a matchbox after an enema, it implies that Falwell's arguments or ideas are insubstantial and of little value. It's a humorous, sarcastic way of expressing contempt or disbelief towards Falwell and his intellectual capabilities.

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Patience

By Christopher Hitchens

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