Donald Trump's best lines during his 2016 speech

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16 Jun 201502:11

Summary

TLDRThe transcript captures a candid and assertive political campaign speech from 2016, focusing on job creation, border control, and trade. The speaker criticizes the Obama administration's healthcare policy, boasts of his wealth and business acumen, and pledges to build a wall for better security. He also emphasizes his non-dependence on donations, his toughness on terrorism, and a commitment to revive the American Dream.

Takeaways

  • 🇺🇸 The speaker expresses gratitude towards China and criticizes the trade imbalance with Japan by asking when was the last time someone saw a Chevrolet in Tokyo.
  • 🚫 The speaker questions the effectiveness of border control measures against Mexico, suggesting that they are ineffective against drugs and crime.
  • 🗣️ The speaker accuses the previous administration of lying about the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), criticizing the cost of the healthcare website.
  • 💼 The speaker emphasizes their business experience, claiming they could have built the healthcare website for a fraction of the cost.
  • 🏃‍♂️ The speaker announces their candidacy for President of the United States.
  • 📚 The speaker promotes their book 'The Art of the Deal' as evidence of their leadership qualities.
  • 💼 The speaker claims they would be the best jobs president, criticizing current trade policies and calling for smarter negotiators.
  • 💰 The speaker acknowledges their wealth and asserts that they don't need anyone's money, implying independence from financial influences.
  • 🏢 The speaker praises China's infrastructure, contrasting it with the George Washington Bridge.
  • 🤝 The speaker expresses appreciation for the Chinese people, mentioning their presence in his building and a recent real estate transaction.
  • 🗣️ The speaker criticizes the Obama administration's foreign policy, specifically regarding Yemen.
  • 💔 The speaker repeats the phrase 'we're dying' to emphasize the urgency of the situation in the country.
  • 💵 The speaker calls for financial resources, possibly in the context of military or economic support.
  • 👸 The speaker responds to a question about their personality, stating that they are not a 'nice' person in the traditional sense but are actually nice.
  • 🏆 The speaker identifies themselves as a winner, contrasting themselves with 'losers'.
  • 🧱 The speaker promises to build a great wall on the border, emphasizing their expertise in construction.
  • 🔥 The speaker pledges to be tougher on ISIS than anyone else.
  • 🚴‍♂️ The speaker criticizes Secretary Kerry's age and a biking accident, implying that he is not fit for his role.
  • 🌟 The speaker claims that the American Dream is dead but promises to revive it if elected president.

Q & A

  • What does the speaker claim about the frequency of seeing Chevrolet cars in Tokyo?

    -The speaker implies that it is rare to see a Chevrolet in Tokyo, suggesting a lack of American car presence in Japan.

  • What is the speaker's view on the situation at the border with Mexico?

    -The speaker criticizes the border situation with Mexico, suggesting that Mexico is winning and that it leads to drugs and crime entering the United States.

  • What is referred to as 'The Big Lie' in the script?

    -The term 'The Big Lie' is used to describe Obamacare, implying that it is a deception or falsehood.

  • How much money was spent on the Obamacare website according to the speaker?

    -The speaker claims that $5 billion was spent on the Obamacare website.

  • What does the speaker say about his ability to hire people for website development?

    -The speaker boasts that he could have developed the website for $3 million, indicating his belief in his business acumen and ability to manage costs.

  • What is the speaker's declaration regarding his candidacy?

    -The speaker officially declares his intention to run for President of the United States.

  • How does the speaker describe his potential impact on job creation?

    -The speaker claims he will be the greatest jobs president that God ever created, suggesting a strong ability to stimulate the economy.

  • What is the speaker's opinion on free trade?

    -The speaker believes that free trade can be wonderful but criticizes the current management of it, calling the people involved 'stupid'.

  • What does the speaker say about his relationship with China?

    -The speaker expresses a liking for China and mentions selling an apartment for $15 million to someone from China, indicating business dealings with the country.

  • What is the speaker's opinion on infrastructure in China compared to the United States?

    -The speaker admires Chinese infrastructure, suggesting that their bridges make the George Washington Bridge look insignificant.

  • Why does the speaker claim he doesn't need anyone's money?

    -The speaker states that he is very rich and doesn't need anyone's money, implying that his wealth allows him financial independence.

  • What does the speaker say about his personality in response to a comment about him not being a nice person?

    -The speaker initially agrees that he is not a nice person in the context of his role, but then claims that he is actually a nice person.

  • What is the speaker's stance on building a wall?

    -The speaker is in favor of building a great wall and emphasizes his expertise in building walls, suggesting a tough stance on border security.

  • What does the speaker say about Secretary Kerry?

    -The speaker criticizes Secretary Kerry for participating in a bicycle race at an older age and getting injured, implying that he would not engage in such activities.

  • What is the speaker's promise regarding the American Dream?

    -The speaker promises to bring back the American Dream bigger, better, and stronger than ever before if elected president, indicating a focus on revitalizing the country's prosperity.

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