I agree that the nationality/background of an apostle probably should not really matter much in substance -- Christ didn't summon his apostles from remote corners of the world. But for those who try to watch (or are guilt-tripped into watching) the talks each conference, I enjoy a little more variety of viewpoints. In my hierarchy of who I enjoy listening to, Uchtdorf is in the top tier, and the guy with a British/Australian(?) accent today was refreshing.
Speakers' varying personalities and backgrounds bring out different thought processes for me, and some of the most refreshing talks are those from the guys who I can barely understand. When someone doesn't speak English as their native language, it lends an air of sincerity to what they are saying.
I guess I should just accept the fact that many of the most valiant spirits in the pre-existence must have been sent to Utah so they could be known in the right circles for their eventual calls.
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