Unsuccessful people are the ones who are impressed by celebrity, by people's names and titles.
One of the frustrations of the Republicans is that they have been mostly unsuccessful in equating the word Clinton with Mafia, which, to them, seems so head-smackingly obvious.
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Stand-up is successful if they laugh. It's unsuccessful if they don't laugh.
I am a registered Democrat and two-time unsuccessful candidate for office.
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Do these quotes focus on political or personal failure?
Both; some reference unsuccessful political candidates, while others speak more generally about failed attempts, like a stand-up set that didn't land.
What does one quote say about why people seem unsuccessful?
It argues that unsuccessful people are often the ones overly impressed by celebrity, names, and titles rather than substance.
Is a two-time unsuccessful candidate mentioned specifically?
Yes, one speaker openly identifies as a Democrat who has run for office twice without ever winning.
How is comedy used to illustrate the idea of being unsuccessful?
One quote compares stand-up success and failure directly to whether or not an audience laughs.
Where can I find more quotes about identity and self-perception?
Our identity quotes page covers related reflections on how people see themselves and others.
Others turn a sharper eye on what people mistake for success, noting how identity, celebrity, and titles can distract from genuine achievement.
