But our trip was different. It was a classic affirmation of everything right and true and decent in the national character. It was a gross, physical salute to the fantastic possibilities of life in this country-but only for those with true grit. And we were chock full of that.
("Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream")
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