One loves one's country the way one loves a family member. And sometimes that family member does really embarrassing, shitty things. But you still love them. (Matt Taibbi)

One loves one's country the way one loves a family member. And sometimes that family member does really embarrassing, shitty things. But you still love them.

Matt Taibbi

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