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If Americans knew how to deal with other people, they could bring peace to the world. Alas, they have not learned enough
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"If Americans knew how to deal with other people, they could bring peace to the world. Alas, they have not learned enough yet. The true American feels that he is 100 percent welcome anywhere he goes"

- Nguyen Cao Ky

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In this quote, Nguyen Cao Ky is revealing his belief that Americans have the potential to bring peace to the world if they knew how to successfully communicate with others. Nevertheless, he likewise acknowledges that Americans have not yet fully discovered this ability. He then goes on to explain the mindset of a "real American," who feels completely accepted and invited wherever they go. This could be analyzed as a sense of privilege or superiority, as if Americans believe they can be accepted and welcomed without putting in the effort to comprehend and appreciate other cultures. In general, Ky's words recommend that Americans have the possible to make a positive influence on the world, but they must initially find out to effectively communicate and get in touch with others.

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Nguyen Cao Ky This quote is written / told by Nguyen Cao Ky somewhere between September 8, 1930 and today. He was a famous Politician from Vietnam. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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