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Midwest Quotes

A region, an accent, a starting point.

These Midwest quotes celebrate a distinct sense of place, from genuine fondness for the regional accent to describing the Midwest itself as a blank slate, open to reinvention. One speaker also nods to time spent there despite growing up elsewhere. For related roots, see our Kate Christensen quotes.

I grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and have spent a lot of time in the Midwest.

Quotes by Ro Khanna

The Midwest is such a tabula rasa.

Quotes by Richard Powers

I love the Midwest accent.

Quotes by Lucy Punch

I'm from the Midwest.

Quotes by Craig Kilborn

Frequently Asked Questions

What specific trait of the Midwest gets praised in these quotes?
The regional accent is singled out directly as something one speaker genuinely loves.
What does "tabula rasa" mean in this context?
It's used to describe the Midwest as a blank, open slate, free of fixed cultural expectations.
Do all these speakers claim Midwest roots?
Most do, though one simply mentions spending significant time there rather than growing up in the region.
Is a specific place named within the Midwest quotes?
Yes, Bucks County, Pennsylvania is mentioned, alongside general time spent in the Midwest.
What overall feeling do these Midwest quotes convey?
A warm sense of regional identity, mixing simple pride with a more open, reflective view of the area.

Simple statements of origin sit alongside broader reflections on what the region represents culturally. Browse more on hometown identity in our Gail Simmons quotes.