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“I grew up in poverty, so I thought, 'I want to be a billionaire one day. I'll go and work for Donald Trump. I'll go try to be on 'The Apprentice' and be successful.' But 15 years later, I never would imagine that he, as the president of the United States, would call me a low life.” quote by Omarosa Manigault Newman
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“I grew up in poverty, so I thought, 'I want to be a billionaire one day. I'll go and work for Donald Trump. I'll go try to be on 'The Apprentice' and be successful.' But 15 years later, I never would imagine that he, as the president of the United States, would call me a low life.”

Omarosa Manigault Newman

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2020 interview with The New York Times

She once admired Trump as a business figure, but later felt betrayed when he labeled her a low life, highlighting shifting political alliances.

In simple terms: Political admiration can turn to resentment when leaders act contrary to expectations.

Key Takeaway

Expect loyalty, but prepare for political volatility.

Themes

politics betrayal ambition

Mood

cautious defiant

Type

political personal

When to use this quote

  • career in politics
  • media scrutiny
  • public image
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

power dynamics personal reputation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons do you draw from changing political loyalties?
  • How does public criticism affect personal identity?
A Different Perspective

Political loyalty can be fickle and may damage personal reputation.

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