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True Americanism is opposed utterly to any political divisions resting on race and religion
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"True Americanism is opposed utterly to any political divisions resting on race and religion"

- Henry Cabot Lodge

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This quote by Henry Cabot Lodge speaks with the concept of true Americanism, which is a belief in the values of the United States and its people. Lodge is saying that real Americanism is opposed to any political divisions based upon race or faith. This means that real Americanism does not acknowledge any differences between people based on their race or faith. Instead, it recognizes that all residents of the United States are equivalent and must be dealt with as such. This quote speaks to the idea of unity and equality that is at the core of American worths. It is a tip that we should aim to deal with all individuals with regard and self-respect, regardless of their race or religion. This quote is a suggestion that real Americanism is about acknowledging the value of all citizens and treating them with respect and self-respect.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Henry Cabot Lodge between May 12, 1850 and November 9, 1924. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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