Quote by Henny Youngman

My dad was the town drunk. Most of the time that's not so bad but New York City?

My dad was the town drunk. Most of the time that's not so ba

Summary

This quote suggests that being the town drunk is generally not a big issue, but in the context of New York City, it is seen as more problematic. The speaker implies that the magnitude or intensity of being the town drunk is exacerbated in a large and vibrant city like New York, possibly due to the busy and fast-paced nature of urban life. This short explanation highlights the contrasting impact of being the town drunk in different settings.

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By Henny Youngman

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