[talking about Neil]
That little wimp. He wouldn't know a new idea if it hit him in the Pachenga. He wanted some new ideas? I could've *told* him some new ideas!
Well, why did you let him talk to you that way?
What do you mean, and fight the bossman?
Yeah, tell him your ideas! He's a person like everyone else. I'm sure he'll think they're great.
Look, I know these people, Baby. They're all rich and they're mean. They won't listen to me.
Well, then why not fight harder? Make them listen?
Because, I need this goddamn job lined up for next summer! [chuckles scornfully] My dad calls me today, he says - with good news - you know, he says, "Uncle Paul can finally get you in the union."
Oh, what-what union?
The House Painters and Plasterers, local number 179, at your service.
[Baby's father, sister, and Robbie come out of the house next to the trail; Baby pulls Johnny down so they won't see them together]
I've been thinking a lot about the Domino Theory. Now, when Vietnam falls, is China next?
[getting up]
Fight harder, huh? I don't see you fighting so hard, Baby. I don't see you running up to daddy telling him I'm your guy.
I will. With my father, it's complicated. I will tell him, I...
I don't believe you, Baby! I don't think that you ever had any intention of telling him. Ever. [stalks off]
