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Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Arnold Schwarzenegger (born 1947) is an Austrian-American actor, bodybuilder, and politician who served as the 38th Governor of California. A seven-time Mr. Olympia champion, he became one of Hollywood's biggest action stars before entering politics. His journey from a small Austrian village to global fame embodies the themes of determination and reinvention he often speaks about.

“I think that gay marriage should be between a man and a woman.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Marriage

All Quotes by Arnold Schwarzenegger

“Political courage is not political suicide.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Courage

“Everything I have, my career, my success, my family, I owe to America.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Family

“What we face may look insurmountable. But I learned something from all those years of training and competing. I learned something from all those sets and reps when I didn't think I could lift another ounce of weight. What I learned is that we are always stronger than we know.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Learning

“The success I have achieved in bodybuilding, motion pictures, and business would not have been possible without the generosity of the American people and the freedom here to pursue your dreams.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Business

“Freedom is a right ultimately defended by the sacrifice of America's servicemen and women.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Freedom

“My own dreams fortunately came true in this great state. I became Mr. Universe I became a successful businessman. And even though some people say I still speak with a slight accent, I have reached the top of the acting profession.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Dreams

“In our society, the women who break down barriers are those who ignore limits.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Society

“You know, nothing is more important than education, because nowhere are our stakes higher our future depends on the quality of education of our children today.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Education

“I am a big believer in education, because when I grew up in Austria - when I grew up in Austria I had a great education. I had great teachers.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Education

“I have plenty of money, unlike other Hollywood celebrities or athletes that have not invested well.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Money

“To restore the trust of the people, we must reform the way the government operates.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Government

“I do the same exercises I did 50 years ago and they still work. I eat the same food I ate 50 years ago and it still works.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Food

“For me life is continuously being hungry. The meaning of life is not simply to exist, to survive, but to move ahead, to go up, to achieve, to conquer.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Life

“I'm not looking for sympathy at all.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Sympathy

“Women are the engine driving the growth in California's economy. Women make California's economy unique.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Women

“I have a love interest in every one of my films: a gun.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Funny

“No matter the nationality, no matter the religion, no matter the ethnic background, America brings out the best in people.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Best

“Even with my divorce and with everything, I don't need money.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Money

“The best activities for your health are pumping and humping.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Best

“When the people become involved in their government, government becomes more accountable, and our society is stronger, more compassionate, and better prepared for the challenges of the future.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Future