Quote by Jane Fonda

I took every chance I could to meet with U.S. soldiers. I talked with them and read the books they gave me about the war. I decided I needed to return to my country and join with them - active duty soldiers and Vietnam Veterans in particular - to try and end the war.

I took every chance I could to meet with U.S. soldiers. I ta

Summary

The quote highlights the speaker's proactive efforts to understand the perspective of U.S. soldiers in Vietnam. Through engaging conversations and reading about their experiences, the speaker develops a deep empathy for their plights. Motivated by this understanding, the speaker decides to take action. They express a determination to return to their home country and unite with active-duty soldiers and Vietnam Veterans, pooling their efforts to bring an end to the war. Their words reflect a commitment to working towards peace and an understanding of the power of collective action in creating change.

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By Jane Fonda

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