Quote by Christopher Hitchens

There is no reason at all why there aren't enough people to guard New Orleans and to help stabilise Baghdad.

There is no reason at all why there aren't enough people to

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This quote suggests that there is no logical explanation for the shortage of personnel available to protect and bring stability to both New Orleans and Baghdad. It implies that there should be enough resources and manpower to allocate to these locations, indicating a failure in the deployment and organization of necessary personnel. The quote prompts reflection on the possibilities of better planning and coordination to address critical situations in these cities.

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