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Donald Trump: “It's funny, the relationships I have. The tougher and meaner they are, the better I get along with them.”

On the recordSeptember 8, 2020
It's funny, the relationships I have. The tougher and meaner they are, the better I get along with them.
Said by
Donald Trump
Republican · Florida
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Trump reflects on his relationships with authoritarian leaders, indicating a preference for tough leaders.

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