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The quote encourages pushing strongly for what you want, but not treating total victory as the only acceptable outcome. It suggests that reaching a workable agreement may require accepting some compromise. The message balances determination with practicality.
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Originally said in English.
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About Andrew Cuomo
American lawyer and politician
Andrew Cuomo is an American lawyer and politician. He served as the 56th governor of New York from 2011 until his resignation in 2021, and he is the son of former governor Mario Cuomo. A Democrat, Cuomo held a range of state and federal posts before becoming governor. He later placed second in the 2025 New York City mayoral election.
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