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And I liked pluralist Australia. I got a taste for pluralist Australia. I like, I like Australians and I cant believe th
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"And I liked pluralist Australia. I got a taste for pluralist Australia. I like, I like Australians and I can't believe that they're going to go to hell because they tell a good dirty joke, you know"

- Thomas Keneally

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This quote by Thomas Keneally speaks with the suggestion of pluralism in Australia. Pluralism is the concept that different cultures, beliefs, and values can exist side-by-side quietly. Keneally is sharing his recognition for the variety of Australia and its individuals. He is stating that he likes Australians which he does not believe they must be judged for informing a joke, no matter just how "dirty" it may be. This quote talks with the suggestion of tolerance and also acceptance of different cultures and also ideas. Keneally is expressing his appreciation for the pluralistic nature of Australia as well as its individuals. He is claiming that he suches as Australians and that he does not think they should be judged for telling a joke, despite just how "unclean" it may be. This quote speaks with the concept of tolerance and also approval of different cultures and also beliefs. It is a reminder that we ought to not judge individuals based on their ideas or the jokes they inform, but rather approve them for who they are.

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Australia Flag This quote is written / told by Thomas Keneally somewhere between October 7, 1935 and today. He/she was a famous Novelist from Australia. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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