I’m a better American than 99% of the guys in the White House.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that Seymour Hersh, an American journalist, believes he is more patriotic and devoted to his country than most of the politicians working in the White House. He is suggesting that he cares more about America and its people than the government officials who are supposed to be serving the country.
About Seymour Hersh
Seymour Hersh is an acclaimed American investigative journalist who exposed major events like the My Lai massacre, Watergate, and the torture at Abu Ghraib. He has won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, and is known for his use of anonymous sources, which has attracted both praise and criticism.
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