Elaine Stritch Quotes
When I want to do something badly enough, I do it, but there is a practical side of me that thinks I should be paid fairly.
Quotes to Explore
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I think my numbers speak for themselves.
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The American people do not want their taxpayer dollars funding any activity that runs counter to the security of our nation or our ally Israel.
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You don't go into politics unless you want to win.
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You have to handle adversity well. There are roadblocks you will have to fight through.
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At the U.N., I routinely encounter countries that do not want to impose sanctions or even to enforce those already on the books. The hard-line sanctions skeptics have their own self-interested reasons for opposing sanctions, but they ground their opposition in claims that America uses sanctions to inflict punishment for punishment's sake.
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When you're buying paintings, it feels grown up.
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The economic costs of starting your own business can be significant; in fact, most new startup companies fail because of undercapitalization.
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As a competitor, I want to continue to keep turning the chapters and keep challenging myself.
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We believe in freedom, freedom for the people of each country to follow their destiny without external interference.
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The textile industry became a huge deal in 19th century America, kind of like the tech industry is today. And that immigrant tradition continues, especially in tech, America's most dominant and dynamic industry today.
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My favorite affirmation when I feel stuck or out of sorts is: Whatever I need is already here, and it is all for my highest good. Jot this down and post it conspicuously throughout your home, on the dashboard of your car, at your office, on your microwave oven, and even in front of your toilets!
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I am a soul. I know well that what I shall render up to the grave is not myself. That which is myself will go elsewhere. Earth, thou art not my abyss!
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It also seems that the Afghans themselves want to avail themselves of this opportunity and all recognize that the UN is uniquely qualified to help bring them together.
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My brother used to say that when you deal with women, it's difficult to remove emotions from an argument. I never really knew what he meant. Then I read an article that said when it comes to emotion and logic, men's and women's brains are different - my brother was right! Women are very mysterious, but that's part of their joy.
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Ryan is my bridge to the past, to memories that lose some of their sting when he recounts them.
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But you know, it's not easy when your husband runs for president. I mean, it's not easy for me. I'm sure it's not easy for her. There's a lot of scrutiny on families that isn't always wanted.
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Are you eating it? Or is it eating you?
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If I've inadvertently become some sort of role model for failed comedians, then it's really backfired very badly on me.
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Many female politicians get intimidated by the aggressive behaviour of men. I don't. Not because I am a courageous person or anything, but because I see international standards, and I see that they are worth fighting for.
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If all our children learn to do is read, they will not be literate.
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I am not a nostalgic person.
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The difference between a calculated risk and rolling the dice can be expressed in one word: homework.
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When I want to do something badly enough, I do it, but there is a practical side of me that thinks I should be paid fairly.
