My mom was a Democrat and I was scared to death that she was gonna blow it. First I was going to hell with Monroe, and now to Republican hell with Nixon.
Meaning of the quote
This quote reflects the political tensions and divisions that existed during Tommy Rettig's time. He was worried that his mother, who was a Democrat, might make a mistake that could negatively impact him. Additionally, he felt that his political views, which were different from his mother's, could lead him to a place of punishment or condemnation, which he referred to as "Republican hell." The quote highlights the challenges and conflicts that can arise within families due to differing political affiliations and beliefs.
About Tommy Rettig
Thomas Noel Rettig, known as Tommy Rettig, was an American child actor who starred in the Lassie TV series and other shows in the 1950s and 60s. He had a diverse career, including work as a computer software engineer and author later in life.
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)
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American child actor (1941-1996)