Quote by Evo Morales

I never wore a tie voluntarily, even though I was forced to wear one for photos when I was young and for official events at school. I used to wrap my tie in a newspaper, and whenever the teacher checked I would quickly put it on again. I'm not used to it. Most Bolivians don't wear ties.

I never wore a tie voluntarily, even though I was forced to

Summary

The quote reflects the personal aversion towards wearing a tie, even though it was mandatory at certain occasions. The individual shares their childhood strategy of simply concealing the tie in a newspaper to avoid its discomfort. The quote also emphasizes the cultural context, stating that wearing ties is not a common practice for most people in Bolivia. Through this explanation, the quote portrays a personal distaste for ties while shedding light on the cultural norms regarding attire in Bolivia.

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By Evo Morales

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