Quote by Demetri Martin

For example, I was a White House intern the summer before I dropped out of law school. Everybody knew about it. I'd come home and go to church and everybody would say, 'Oh, my God. Demetri, you're working at the White House.'

For example, I was a White House intern the summer before I

Summary

This quote highlights the impact and prestige associated with working at the White House. The speaker, Demetri, shares their experience as a White House intern and the awe and recognition they received from their community. It emphasizes the significant and well-regarded nature of such an opportunity, portraying it as an impressive accomplishment worth mentioning to others. This quote likely aims to demonstrate the importance and pride associated with having a connection to influential institutions like the White House.

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