P. J. O'Rourke Quotes

Traffic was like a bad dog. It wasn't important to look both ways when crossing the street; it was important to not show fear.

P. J. O'Rourke

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• Traffic was like a bad dog. It wasn't important to look both ways when crossing the street; it was important to not show fear.

  

  P. J. O'Rourke
  • Important
  • Bad
  • Fear