A sampling of memorable Chris Christie quotes during his time as N.J. governor
“I’d rather have my teeth drilled than listen to that awful song, ‘Fly, Eagles Fly.’ "
Chris Christie has said many memorable things during his time as N.J. governor. This is just a sample.
"I don't know what you expect me to do. You want me to go down there with a mop?" — Jan. 25, 2016. At a town-hall meeting in New Hampshire, Christie responds to a question about storm cleanup in Cape May County.
"You wanna have a conversation later I'm happy to have it, buddy. But until that time, sit down and shut up." — Oct. 29, 2014. Christie responds to a protester at a Belmar, N.J., event marking second anniversary of Superstorm Sandy.
“I worked the cones, actually. … Unbeknownst to everyone I was actually the guy out there. I was in overalls and a hat. … You really are not serious with that question.” — Dec. 3, 2013. Christie’s response to a reporter’s question at a news conference about the lane closures on the George Washington Bridge.
“You’re a real big shot, you’re a real big shot shootin’ your mouth off. … Keep walking away, keep walking.” — July 5, 2012. Christie, wielding an ice cream cone, takes on a heckler on the Seaside, N.J., boardwalk. TMZ.com posted a cellphone video.
“Whatever. Get in line. I’ve been sued lots of times before. Get in line. I’m happy to take it on.” — Oct. 28, 2014. Christie’s response to a threatened lawsuit by Kaci Hickox, the nurse whom he quarantined when she returned from treating Ebola patients in West Africa.
“If after you graduate from law school you conduct yourself like that in a courtroom, your rear end’s going to be thrown in jail, idiot. … Damn, man, I’m governor. Can you shut up for a second?” — March 8, 2012. Christie tangles with a former Navy SEAL at a town-hall meeting in Burlington County over the proposed merger of Rutgers and Rowan universities.
“Get the hell off the beach in Asbury Park and get out. You’re done. It’s 4:30. You’ve maximized your tan.” — August 26, 2011. Christie regarding storm preparation as Hurricane Irene approached.
“I’d rather have my teeth drilled than listen to that awful song, ‘Fly, Eagles Fly.’” — Oct. 10, 2014. Christie talking about the Eagles with Camden High School football team.
“The fact of the matter is, I think people would have been happy to have a referendum on civil rights rather than fighting and dying in the streets in the South.” — Jan. 25, 2015. Christie trying to sell his plan to put gay marriage on the ballot. Civil rights legend Congressman John Lewis traveled to Trenton to rebut Christie, who ultimately apologized.
“I am definitely man enough to be a Girl Scout.” — April 4, 2014. Christie accepts a T-shirt from Girl Scouts at a town-hall meeting.
“Can you guys please take the bat out on her for once?” — April 13, 2011. Christie urges scrutiny of 76-year-old state Sen. Loretta Weinberg for collecting both a pension and a legislative salary.
“Got these folks from the press following me around asking me, ‘Do people in Iowa love you, governor?’ And I say, ‘Heck, I don’t know, we just met. But the early indications are good.’ " — July 17, 2014. Christie at a fund-raiser for Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad in Davenport, Iowa.
“I’m basically the healthiest fat guy you’ve ever seen in your life.” — Feb. 4, 2013. Christie on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” where he ate two doughnuts.
“Tell him I have something better to do. I have to rearrange my sock drawer.” — April 30, 2012. Christie responds to Assemblyman Lou Greenwald (D., Camden), who wanted a public debate on tax plans.