Quote by John Malkovich

Unlike my grandfather or my brother, I've actually been able to make some money at a racetrack.

Unlike my grandfather or my brother, I've actually been able

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This quote highlights the author's success in making money at a racetrack, in contrast to other family members who were unable to do so. It suggests that the author possesses a certain level of skill or luck that has enabled them to be successful in this particular setting. The statement tackles the theme of individual achievement and challenges the notion that family history or genetic traits necessarily determine one's abilities or outcomes.

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