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Five years Quote by Duff McKagan

“When it became clear that U.S. Customs was going to confiscate my camera, I hoisted it up and viciously smashed it on the ground as hard as I could. Twenty-five years later I’m still trying to get that incident cleared from my passport file.” quote by Duff McKagan
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““When it became clear that U.S. Customs was going to confiscate my camera, I hoisted it up and viciously smashed it on the ground as hard as I could. Twenty-five years later I’m still trying to get that incident cleared from my passport file.””

Duff McKagan

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1998

He smashed his camera to avoid confiscation, and the incident still haunts his travel record.

In simple terms: He destroyed his camera to protect it, but it left a lasting mark.

Key Takeaway

Consider long‑term consequences before drastic actions.

Themes

rebellion authority consequences

Mood

defiant introspective

Type

cautionary personal

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • customs encounters
  • personal reputation

Key Concepts

legal personal integrity risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you regret the decision?
  • How could you have handled it differently?
A Different Perspective

Such actions can create lasting legal issues.

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