Quotes Library

March 2, 2025

There is a providence that protects idiots, drunkards, children and the United States of America.

Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), German chancellor. Attributed, Jay p.47

Who would have thought Bismarck a believer in American exceptionalism?

One wonders if such providence still functions vis-à-vis the United States?

December 17, 2025

2 months ago

Men in high places, from having less personal interest in the characters of others—being safe from them—are commonly less acute observers,

November 21, 2025

3 months ago

Democracy is the name we give to the people each time we need them.

July 26, 2025

7 months ago

If politicians lived on praise and thanks they’d be forced into some other line of business.

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