Cities Quote by Jim Thome
![“The passion is my favorite part of the city [Philadelphia]. You go from 'we love you' to 'we hate you' back to 'you walk on water.' You're driving, and somebody might wave or somebody might flip you off.” quote by Jim Thome](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/94c/jim-thome-26505_cities_the-passion-is-my-favorite-part-of-the-c_213192.jpg)
“The passion is my favorite part of the city [Philadelphia]. You go from 'we love you' to 'we hate you' back to 'you walk on water.' You're driving, and somebody might wave or somebody might flip you off.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports commentary (likely baseball interview)
The city’s love for its sports team swings wildly, showing how fans can quickly shift from adoration to disdain.
In simple terms: Fans' feelings change fast; sports loyalty is fickle
Key Takeaway
Enjoy the game but stay grounded in reality
Themes
sports fandom
public opinion
volatility
Mood
energetic
playful
Type
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- attending games
- social media reactions
- team merchandise sales
- community events
Key Concepts
loyalty
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a team's performance affect your personal identity?
- Can you separate the sport from the hype?
A Different Perspective
Fans may become disillusioned if expectations aren't met
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
