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What does it mean?
Englishmen are rarely found supporting the underdogs, unless they are in England.
In plain terms
Englishmen only support the weak when they are in their home country.
What can you take from it?
National identity influences where people choose to stand.

Where it applies

  • travel
  • social dynamics

Putting it to work

  • recognize bias
  • support fairly

Questions to consider

  • Who do you support when traveling?
  • Does location change your views?

Another view

This is a stereotypical view of Englishmen.

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