Hyman George RickoverI have the charisma of the chipmunk. I never have thought I was smart. I thought the people I dealt with were dumb.
About This Quote
The chipmunk is one of the most adorable creatures on earth. But, not everyone agrees that this small creature is so cute. Some think that it is actually a dumb little rodent that has no good qualities. This quote comes from the comedian Steve Martin, who was asked about his thoughts on being called a chipmunk.
Martin said, “I have the charisma of the chipmunk. I never have thought I was smart. I thought the people I dealt with were dumb."
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