Quote by P. J. O'Rourke

People are always angry at America. They're absolutely certain that America either caused their problems or is deliberately not fixing their problems. But the anger is always directed at America and never at Americans.

People are always angry at America. They're absolutely certa

Summary

This quote highlights a common perception that people tend to hold negative opinions about America as a nation or the policies it implements. Despite this anger and frustration, the quote acknowledges that it is rarely directed towards individual Americans who may have no control over national decisions. It emphasizes the distinction between the country itself and the people who comprise it, implying that individuals are not condemned for the actions or policies of their nation.

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Anger

By P. J. O'Rourke

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