I believe in America. America’s made my fortune.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that the person who said it, American novelist Mario Puzo, has faith and trust in America. He believes that America has helped him become successful and wealthy. Puzo is grateful to America for the opportunities it has provided him to achieve his goals and live a prosperous life.
About Mario Puzo
Mario Puzo was an American author and screenwriter best known for his crime novels about the Italian-American Mafia, especially The Godfather. He won two Academy Awards for adapting his own work into acclaimed films directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
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