Quotes Library

April 27, 2025

A decent provision for the poor, is the true test of civilization.

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), English poet, critic, lexicographer, in James Boswell, Life of Samuel Johnson (1791) 1770, Jay p.197

Do the poor inspire compassion, or are they just annoying? Shiftless scammers?

Johnson puts it well, and simply so.

May 4, 2025

1 year ago

There is nothing more tyrannical than a strong popular feeling among a democratic people.

December 3, 2025

8 months ago

Healey’s first law of politics: when you are in a hole, stop digging.

August 31, 2025

11 months ago

We are all tattooed in our cradles with the beliefs of our tribe; the record may seem superficial, but it is indelible.

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