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I welcome him like I welcome cold sores. Hes from England, hes angry and hes got Mad Power Disease
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"I welcome him like I welcome cold sores. He's from England, he's angry and he's got Mad Power Disease"

- Paula Abdul

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This quote by Paula Abdul is a funny way of expressing her sensations about someone she is not particularly keen on. She is comparing the person to a cold sore, which is an unwanted and unpleasant event. The individual is from England, which might be a reference to the stereotype of English people being bad-tempered and unfriendly. The phrase "Mad Power Disease" could be a metaphor for the individual's conceit and sense of superiority. It could also be a referral to the idea that power can corrupt people and make them behave in a manner that is not socially appropriate. In general, the quote is a funny method of expressing Paula Abdul's dislike for the individual in concern.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Paula Abdul somewhere between June 19, 1962 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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