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I think Haiti is a place that suffers so much from neglect that people only want to hear about it when Its at its extrem
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"I think Haiti is a place that suffers so much from neglect that people only want to hear about it when It's at its extreme. And that's what they end up knowing about it"

- Edwidge Danticat

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This quote by Edwidge Danticat talks to the absence of attention and care that Haiti has received from the international community. She recommends that individuals just pay attention to Haiti when it remains in a state of extreme suffering, such as throughout a natural catastrophe or political unrest. This means that the world is just exposed to the worst aspects of Haiti, and not the positive elements of the country. This lack of attention and understanding has actually led to an absence of resources and support for Haiti, which has just exacerbated the country's battles. Danticat's quote is a tip that Haiti is worthy of more attention and assistance, and that the world should understand the country's battles and successes.

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Haiti Flag This quote is written / told by Edwidge Danticat somewhere between January 19, 1969 and today. He/she was a famous Author from Haiti. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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