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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.

“Well, I think that California has had a history of always spending more money than it takes in.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

History

All Quotes by Arnold Schwarzenegger

“The future is green energy, sustainability, renewable energy.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Future

“My relationship to power and authority is that I'm all for it. People need somebody to watch over them. Ninety-five percent of the people in the world need to be told what to do and how to behave.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Power

“I was striving to be the most muscular man, and it got me into the movies. It got me everything that I have.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Movies

“I welcome and seek your ideas, but do not bring me small ideas bring me big ideas to match our future.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Future

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Money

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Marriage

“I knew I was a winner back in the late sixties. I knew I was destined for great things. People will say that kind of thinking is totally immodest. I agree. Modesty is not a word that applies to me in any way - I hope it never will.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Great

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Family

“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

“I saw a woman wearing a sweatshirt with Guess on it. I said, Thyroid problem?”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Funny

“I speak directly to the people, and I know that the people of California want to have better leadership. They want to have great leadership. They want to have somebody that will represent them. And it doesn't matter if you're a Democrat or a Republican, young or old.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Great

“My body is like breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I don't think about it, I just have it.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Health

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Government

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Freedom

“If you work hard and play by the rules, this country is truly open to you. You can achieve anything.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Work

“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

“Well, I think that California has had a history of always spending more money than it takes in.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

History

“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

“As president, Reagan worked very well with Democrats to do big things. It is true that he worked to reduce the size of government and cut federal taxes and he eliminated many regulations, but he also raised taxes when necessary.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Government

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Society