Monte Irvin Quotes

Everyone says we have our first African American president. Has there ever been a Jewish president? An Italian president? They don't say a damn thing about that. You think we're still fighting the Civil War or something. If you want to mention it in passing, OK. But don't dwell on it.

Monte Irvin

Recitation: by Male by Female

Author Biography

  • Author Profession: athlete
  • Nationality: american
  • Birth: February 25, 1919 - January 11, 2016

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My sister was an actress when I was a kid - she still is a successful stage actress in Sweden.

Joel Kinnaman

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The directors thought, They understand nothing in the real economy, in real life. They read some stupid books, and they came from the moon to the earth, and maybe in one month they will disappear.

Anatoly Chubais

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I would like to have two or three kids.

Matt Harvey

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In every aspect of life, I consider myself incredibly fortunate.

Matt Mullenweg

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I'm sick of environmentalism.

Tracey Ullman

SickEnvironmentalism

'That '70s Show' was one of the highlights of my life. I didn't expect to be on it as long as I was.

Tommy Chong

LifeMy LifeLongExpectShow

Hollywood's a mecca, but it's not the final answer. You pick up a camera anyplace in the world, you can make a movie.

Robert Duvall

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You take the risk of being rejected.

Roger Waters

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When people think it's successful, I'm grateful. When they don't - OK, I'll try again.

Rod Taylor

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After an argument, silence may mean acceptance or the continuation of resistance by other means.

Mason Cooley

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I believe in accessibility. I believe in honesty and a culture that supports that. And you can't have that if you're not open to receiving feedback.

Mindy Grossman

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I have never forgotten my days as an Eagle Scout. I didn't know it at the time, but what really came out of my Scouting was learning how to lead and serve the community. It has come in handy in my career in government.

Lloyd Bentsen

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