It is not only a question of whether the American way of life is superior, but whether the American way of… — Tiphanie Yanique
It is not only a question of whether the American way of life is superior, but whether the American way of life is sustainable. Can we really continue to exploit the resources of the Caribbean for our own benefit without consequences?
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