Leslie Knope Quote #84
Quote from Leslie Knope in The Banquet
Leslie Knope: Hello, everyone. I'm Leslie Knope, Marlene's daughter. Marlene Griggs-Knope is my mom, but she's so much more than that. She's also my mother. And together, we are the Knopes. And if you weren't thinking it, you probably already said it, "political dynasty." [weak laughter] Please save your applause until the end. There are so many luminaries here tonight. I mean, the list includes such amazing people as zoning board member Janine Restrepo [applause], and others. In conclusion, my mom is Marlene Griggs-Knope. And I am just so psyched that Janine Restrepo is here. I love you, Mom. And you, too, Janine.
Parks and Recreation Quotes
‘The Banquet’ Quotes
Quote from Ron Swanson
Ron Swanson: [aside to camera] I enjoy government functions like I enjoy getting kicked in the nuggets with a steel-toe boot. But this hotel always serves bacon-wrapped shrimp. That's my number one favorite food wrapped around my number three favorite food. I'd go to a banquet in honor of those Somali pirates if they served bacon-wrapped shrimp. Excuse me.
Quote from Ron Swanson
[aside to camera:]
Ron Swanson: I refuse to lather Marlene up, kiss her ring like everybody else. Instead I'll be delivering a speech of facts.
[later:]
Ron Swanson: Marlene is a woman. She has worked in the government for three decades. Thirty years. Properly applied, that's how long a good varnish should last. So, Marlene, it is true that you have won this award.
Quote from Leslie Knope
Leslie Knope: This is very exciting. This is a big night. We are gonna meet some powerful people tonight, so take this down.
Tom: Mmm-hmm.
Leslie Knope: Good evening. Marlene Griggs-Knope is my mother.
[aside to camera:]
Leslie Knope: How important are speeches? I don't know, ask the Gettysburg Address. Oh, it didn't answer your call? Maybe because it was in the Smithsonian.