Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert

Now, if you are like me - if you are like practically anybody in America - then you probably hold some negative opinions about the French, based upon movies, rumors, recent headlines, unfortunate run-ins with Parisian waiters, or... you know... all that unpleasantness surrounding the Vichy regime.

Now, if you are like me - if you are like practically anybod

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This quote suggests that negative opinions of the French are prevalent in America, likely due to various sources such as movies, rumors, recent headlines, or personal negative experiences with Parisian waiters. It also alludes to the historical context of the Vichy regime, implying that past events contribute to these negative perceptions. The quote highlights that these opinions are widely held but does not delve into the reasons behind them or whether they are well-founded.

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