In the inner city, there's a mentality that the government owes you so…

Mary J. Blige
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In the inner city, there's a mentality that the government owes you something. My breakthrough came when I stopped feeling sorry for myself and took responsibility for every part of my life. No more pity parties. I've gotta love me more than anybody else loves me. ✨ Oprah Talks to Mary J. Blige. Interview with Oprah Winfrey, www.oprah.com. May 2006.
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