You must not judge people by their country. In South America, it is always wise to judge people by their altitude.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Local geography shapes character more than national borders.
- In plain terms
- Look at where people live, not their passport.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider context over nationality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines a person most?
Another view
Nationality still matters legally.
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