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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.

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“Bodybuilding is much like any other sport. To be successful, you must dedicate yourself 100% to your training, diet and mental approach.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Diet

All Quotes by Arnold Schwarzenegger

“Political courage is not political suicide.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Courage

“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

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Best

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Women

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

History

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Family

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Money

“Maria is the best reason to come home.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Best

“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Strength

“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

“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

“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

“One of my movies was called 'True Lies.' It's what the Democrats should have called their convention.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Movies

“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 believe with all my heart that America remains 'the great idea' that inspires the world. It is a privilege to be born here. It is an honor to become a citizen here. It is a gift to raise your family here, to vote here, and to live here.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Family

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Government

“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

“Start wide, expand further, and never look back.”

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Wisdom

“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

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

— Arnold Schwarzenegger

Funny