Haiti quotes
60 quotes on this topic — from poets, philosophers, and thinkers across history.
"Haiti, which has been the main target of US intervention throughout the 20th century, is the poorest. And Guatemala, which is maybe the third major target of US intervention, probably ranks third poorest."
"The diiference is that in the private sector you work for yourself, and as Prime Minister I work for every single Haitian - inside Haiti and outside - and for all those who love Haiti as well."
"Haiti is open for business!"
"We must consider bringing forward legislation that will facilitate the creation and implementation of businesses in Haiti. Overall, we must better position the country to compete for new market opportunities."
"Let's redefine scandal. Scandal is not who's dating who. Scandal is 1.2 million people living in tents in Haiti."
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"Only, in Haiti, I realized, is it possible to drink rum and haggle with a god."
"I wanted to contribute my time, myself, my knowledge, my love, because Haiti is my everything."
"By most accounts, Aristide is the most popular figure in Haiti."
"I agree with Bill Clinton that US forces should not be sent to Haiti, but not for his reasons."
"I plan to be a part of Haiti's reconstruction and future."
"I have been curious about Haiti for many years. The history of the country is as fascinating as it is turbulent."
