We criticize, copy, patronize, idolize and insult but we never doubt that the U.S. has a unique position in the history of human hopes. (Ferdinand Mount)

We criticize, copy, patronize, idolize and insult but we never doubt that the U.S. has a unique position in the history of human hopes.

Ferdinand Mount

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