"Ford used to come to work in a big car with two Admiral's flags, on each side of the car. His assistant would be there with his accordion, playing, Hail to the Chief"
- Richard Widmark
About this Quote
This quote by Richard Widmark paints a vibrant picture of the previous President, Gerald Ford. It speaks to the grandeur and importance of the office of the President of the United States. Ford was understood for his grand entrances, and this quote speaks with that. The two Admiral's flags on either side of the vehicle represent the power and regard that the President commands. The existence of his assistant with an accordion playing "Hail to the Chief" further emphasizes the importance of the President and the respect that is because of him. This quote speaks to the grandeur and significance of the office of the President of the United States and the regard that is because of the individual who holds that workplace.
This quote is written / told by Richard Widmark between December 26, 1914 and March 24, 2008. He was a famous Actor from USA.
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