“We are more and more defined not by our friends but our political enemies - collecting them like badges of honor.”

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The quote suggests that people are increasingly judged by who they oppose rather than by who they support or befriend. It also implies that having political opponents has become a source of pride or identity for some people. The line is critical of that habit and of how political conflict shapes public identity.

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About S.E. Cupp

American television host, political commentator, and writer

S. E. Cupp is an American television host, political commentator, and writer. She is known for her work in broadcast political commentary, especially as a host and panelist on cable news. In August 2017, she began hosting S. E. Cupp: Unfiltered, a political panel show on HLN, later carried by CNN, alongside Andrew Levy. Her public work centers on politics and commentary, with writing and on-air discussion as part of her professional profile.

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