You know, the last two nations that the United States saved before 9/11 were two Muslim nations. So, to my friend Ron Paul: don't blame America first.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Paul points out that the U.S. helped two Muslim nations before 9/11 and urges not to blame America first.
- In plain terms
- He suggests America shouldn't be blamed for 9/11.
- What can you take from it?
- Historical context can temper immediate blame.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does past foreign aid affect current perceptions?
- What is the role of history in assigning blame?
Another view
The claim about “last two nations” is vague and unverified.
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