Quote by Harold Pinter

Iraq is just a symbol of the attitude of western democracies to the rest of the world.

Iraq is just a symbol of the attitude of western democracies

Summary

This quote suggests that the situation in Iraq serves as a symbolic representation of how Western democracies perceive and interact with the rest of the world. It implies that the attitude of these democracies towards Iraq reflects their broader stance on international relations, power dynamics, and interventions. The quote suggests that Iraq is seen as a case study or emblematic example that highlights the approach of Western democracies towards other nations and possibly underscores any perceived biases or tendencies in their foreign policies.

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Attitude

By Harold Pinter

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