"Clinton's hands remain incredibly clean, don't they, and Tony Blair's smile remains as wide as ever. I view these guises with profound contempt"
- Harold Pinter
About this Quote
This quote by Harold Pinter is a criticism of the general public personalities of previous United States President Bill Clinton and previous UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. Pinter is recommending that despite the different scandals and controversies that have surrounded both men, they have handled to maintain a favorable public image. Clinton's hands are a metaphor for his innocence and absence of regret, while Blair's smile is a metaphor for his public persona of being a friendly and trustworthy leader. Pinter is expressing his contempt for the method which these 2 guys have handled to keep a positive public image in spite of their doubtful actions. He is suggesting that their public personas are a facade and that they are not as innocent as they appear. Pinter's quote is a criticism of the way in which politicians can control public opinion and maintain a positive image despite their questionable actions.
"First, I want to pay tribute to Diana myself. She was an exceptional and gifted human being. In good times and bad, she never lost her capacity to smile and laugh, nor to inspire others with her warmth and kindness. I admired and respected her - for her energy and commitment to others, and especially for her devotion to her two boys"
"Beauty comes from a life well lived. If you've lived well, your smile lines are in the right places, and your frown lines aren't too bad, what more do you need?"
"It is spectacular. From about five minutes in, when we knew for sure that we were going to have the weather to go, the smile on my face just got bigger and bigger, and I was just beaming through the whole launch. I mean, it is just an amazing ride"
