Quote by Condoleezza Rice

We've been a country that's been fortunate to be protected by two oceans, to not have serious attacks on our territory for most of our history. And we were unfortunately reminded in a very devastating way of our vulnerability.

We've been a country that's been fortunate to be protected b

Summary

This quote highlights the sense of security that the United States has historically enjoyed due to its geographic location with two large oceans acting as natural barriers. It acknowledges the fortunate position of not experiencing major attacks on American soil for the majority of its history. However, the quote also acknowledges the tragedy of a stark reminder of the country's vulnerability, referring to a devastating event that likely refers to the September 11th terrorist attacks. The quote emphasizes the impact of this event as a wake-up call for the nation, emphasizing that no country is completely immune to threats.

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By Condoleezza Rice

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