I remember we [with Donald Trump] were sitting in a…
“I remember we [with Donald Trump] were sitting in a meeting and he walked in and he looked at me and he said - maybe five or six of us in there - and he said, "Are you the first woman to ever run a presidential campaign?" And so the guys in the room said, "First Republican woman." And I said - you know, I always think of Susan Estrich and Mary Kay and Donna Brazile, and respect them enormously; know one of them very well. And I said, "Well, I'm the first Republican one."”
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She highlights being the first Republican woman to run a presidential campaign, emphasizing pioneering status and respect for predecessors.
In simple terms: She was the first Republican woman candidate.
Recognize trailblazers and honor those before you.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political conventions
- media interviews
- campaign strategy
- women in politics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does being a pioneer affect your decisions?
- What responsibilities come with breaking barriers?
Being first can bring scrutiny and pressure.