"A lot of folks are still demanding more evidence before they actually consider Iraq a threat. For example, France wants more evidence. And you know I'm thinking, the last time France wanted more evidence they rolled right through Paris with the German flag"
- David Letterman
About this Quote
In this quote, David Letterman is making a sarcastic remark about the skepticism surrounding the threat of Iraq. He points out that lots of people, including France, are requiring more proof before they think that Iraq is a risk. However, Letterman then makes a joke by referencing a historical event where France desired more proof before taking action, but ended up being dominated by Germany. This implies that waiting on more proof might lead to disastrous effects. In general, Letterman is using humor to criticize the doubt and doubt surrounding the danger of Iraq.
This quote is written / told by David Letterman somewhere between April 12, 1947 and today. He was a famous Comedian from USA.
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