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He loved her, of course, but better than that, he chose her, day after day. Choice: that was the thing.Sherman Alexie
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If it's fiction, then it better be true.Sherman Alexie
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Like a good Indian, he knew when to talk and when to remain silent. Like a good Indian, he knew there was never a good time to talk.Sherman Alexie
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Oh, no, no, you've got that all wrong. You're not required to respect elders. After all, most people are idiots, regardless of age. In tribal cultures, we just make sure that elders remain an active part of the culture, even if they're idiots. Especially if they're idiots. You can't just abandon your old people, even if they have nothing intelligent to say. Even if they're crazy.Sherman Alexie