Quote by Hubert H. Humphrey

Underneath the beautiful exterior there was an element of ruthlessness and toughness that I had trouble either accepting or forgetting.

Underneath the beautiful exterior there was an element of ru

Summary

This quote suggests that despite someone's outward appearance being attractive or appealing, there was a hidden side of them characterized by ruthlessness and toughness. The speaker finds it challenging to come to terms with or let go of this contrasting aspect of the person.

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By Hubert H. Humphrey

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