Clinton recounted Harris’ time working at McDonald’s during her student years to illustrate her dedication to public service.“When she was a student, she worked at McDonald’s,” Clinton said. “She greeted every person with that thousand-watt smile and said, ‘How can I help you?’ And now, she’s at the pinnacle of power, she’s still asking ‘How can I help you?’”
In a light-hearted moment, Clinton added, “I’ll be so happy when she actually enters the White House because, at last, she’ll break my record as the president who has spent the most time at McDonald’s.”
Clinton’s affection for McDonald’s is well-documented, famously portrayed by Phil Hartman on “Saturday Night Live,” where Hartman’s Clinton was depicted visiting McDonald’s and interacting with customers in comedic skits. The former president’s love for the fast-food chain was so pronounced that a McDonald’s in Little Rock, Arkansas, has a plaque commemorating his frequent visits during his tenure as governor.
According to NBC Chicago, the plaque at the Little Rock McDonald’s reads: “Bill Clinton made regular stops at this downtown McDonald’s during his morning runs from the Arkansas governor’s mansion. Thank you for your business, Mr President.”
According to the Washington Post, Clinton’s dietary habits have shifted since his presidency. After undergoing quadruple-bypass surgery, he transitioned to a mostly vegan diet, giving up his beloved McDonald’s for health reasons.
Former President Donald Trump has also been known for his affinity for McDonald’s, continuing the fast-food legacy among recent presidents.