While the United States has often taken the wrong path, it has rarely failed to demonstrate - at least in the long run - the courage to reverse its steps.
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By virtually every metric, the liberal international order has made the world healthier, wealthier, wiser, more secure and more tolerant than it has ever been.
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What this quote means
The liberal international order has significantly improved global conditions.
Antony Blinken emphasizes that the framework of the liberal international order has resulted in unprecedented advancements in health, wealth, knowledge, security, and tolerance across the world. This suggests that collective international efforts and cooperation have had a profoundly positive impact on global society, improving the quality of life for many individuals and fostering a more tolerant world.
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LiberalInternationalOrderHealthWealthWisdomSecurityTolerance
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During a speech on global cooperation, one could reference this quote to underline the positive outcomes of international collaboration.
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