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" I think so many times in our society we focus so much on just the end result; when we finally reach that point we realize that was never the true goal. "

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" Broadcasting is definitely in my cards for the future, and I'm determined to work hard at it - to perfect it and create my style and niche. "

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" Champions all get kicked when they're down. "

" The first question is always, 'We loved him on 'Dancing with the Stars,' we loved him in the Olympics, but can he speak English?' Yes I speak English. Yes, I can. "

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