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I've always felt, in all my books, that there's a deep decency in the American people and a native intelligence - providing they have the facts, providing they have the information.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a belief in the fundamental goodness and intelligence of the American people when given the right information.
Studs Terkel's quote suggests that he has a strong faith in the inherent decency and intelligence of individuals in America. He emphasizes that this positive nature emerges when people are equipped with accurate information, indicating that knowledge and truth play crucial roles in fostering understanding and moral behavior in society.
Themes
DecencyIntelligenceFactsInformationGoodness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of education in fostering a better society.
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