Fredric Jameson Quotes
Often, these downplay the power of cultural imperialism - in that sense, playing the game of US interests - by reassuring us that the global success of American mass culture is not as bad as all that.
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The reason for not getting married was that I just didn't have a partner to get married to. Climbing mountains was more attractive to me than marriage, or other fun things like that.
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Listen: our culture is saturated with irony whether we know it or not.
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God made a mistake with me. I'm actually black, trapped in a white body.
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I don't use drugs, my dreams are frightening enough.
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I loved being on the radio. Being paid to talk? It's like being paid to eat.
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I taught Sandra Bullock when no one knew who she was. I talked her out of quitting. I put her in a showcase.
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If there were Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, it makes it certain there would be a reprisal attack against the United States at some point.
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I volunteer with School on Wheels in Los Angeles, and I also tutor with Koreh L.A.
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When I was a very young lawyer, I had a senior partner who advised me never to get mad, except on purpose.
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Everybody's social life in Jordan revolves around family.
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I never thought of being disadvantaged.
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The long term sustainable growth in job creation comes from the private sector. It is important that the Obama administration partner with the private sector and come up with the best possible ideas for creating jobs.
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I would have strong opinions and be prepared to argue my case, but if you talk to my colleagues, I think you'd find they consider me the jokester, the informal mayor of the West Wing.
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The train system in India is chaotic and fun - it's the best way to see the landscape. Being in with all the families and also being the odd animal is a colourful experience you'll never forget.
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I always like to have flowers on the table. I think they make it look special.
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A wise human would have an understanding of the supply chain and how the pieces fit together. But it's against our nature to think about it.
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How you go about moving within the world you live in says so much about who you are.
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It is psychologically very hard to go through life without the justification, and the hope, provided by religion.
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Annie Lee Smith was my mother's name. My father's name was George Washington Smith. I have to tell you, I got all of my attributes from them, obviously, the tangibles, the intangibles. Particularly my work ethic, my dedication.
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You’re never going to get the same track twice from us and we hope our music stands the test of time because of that fact.
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Our policy is not to discourage the private sector, but to see that Air India plays the role of flagship in the industry. In the transport sector, Air India is the 'fate of India' and all efforts will be made to restore its past glory.
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I like a girl who doesn't play any games. I like a very sweet girl.
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I get to surf every day.
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Often, these downplay the power of cultural imperialism - in that sense, playing the game of US interests - by reassuring us that the global success of American mass culture is not as bad as all that.
