What is the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness?

A guide created by Ron Swanson with categories like capitalism and property rights.

How does Ron Swanson handle workplace disputes?

Ron discusses disputes with employees and listens to Willie Nelson.

Ron values loyalty above all other traits.

Ron dislikes caring about people.

Ron prefers neat drinks but agrees to drink water for health.

Ron Swanson, an expert on local government, presents the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness, outlining categories like capitalism, acceptable crying, and property rights.
Ron Swanson's character values self-reliance, loyalty, and a disdain for sentimentality, as seen through his interactions, preferences, and unique way of critiquing things.

What is the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness?
A guide created by Ron Swanson with categories like capitalism and property rights.
How does Ron Swanson handle workplace disputes?
Ron discusses disputes with employees and listens to Willie Nelson.
What does Ron Swanson value above all else?
Ron values loyalty above all other traits.
What does Ron Swanson dislike caring about?
Ron dislikes caring about people.
What is Ron Swanson's approach to health?
Ron prefers neat drinks but agrees to drink water for health.

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Ron Swanson introduces himself as an expert on local government and presents the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness.
The Swanson Pyramid of Greatness includes categories like capitalism, acceptable crying, and property rights.
Ron prefers being a hostile witness at government hearings and answers questions with questions.
Ron gives Leslie a thoughtful gift every year, but this year she outdid herself with a thoughtful present.
Ron discusses workplace disputes with his employees and listens to Willie Nelson on his headphones.
Ron expresses his dislike for caring about people and shares a story about not knowing his best friend's name.
Ron meets Mrs. Burkus, who questions his teaching of her daughter about government.
Ron shares his love for nature, environmental conservation, and yoga, and discusses communal living.
Ron prefers to deal with his problems himself and values loyalty above all else.
Ron is known for his love of bacon and eggs, his disdain for salads, and his unique way of criticizing things.

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Ron Swanson is taking phone calls for a gala, advising a caller on curing a hangover with a flank steak, butter, wet socks, and sleep.
Ron refuses water, preferring neat drinks, but agrees to drink water for health.
Ron watches a movie with children, believes they're crying due to the film's sadness, but it's actually due to his health.
Ron is taken to a doctor, diagnosed with strep throat, and prescribed penicillin.
Ron fills out a form with humorous answers, including his drinking habits, exercise routine, and family history.
Ron receives medical attention for strep throat and cholesterol tests, with results in 20 minutes.
Ron's ex-wives' names are Tammy, his mom's name is Tamara, and he expresses disdain for them, preferring to marry again for love.