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Shirley MacLaine

It's useless to hold a person to anything he says while he's in love, drunk, or running for office.

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When someone is in love, drunk, or campaigning, their words are often influenced by strong emotions or pressure, making them unreliable. Therefore, it's unwise to expect them to keep promises or statements made during those times.

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