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.

March 5, 2025

12 months ago

If all mankind minus one were of one opinion, and only one person were of the contrary opinion

August 21, 2025

6 months ago

Liberty is the right to do whatever the law permits.

June 15, 2025

8 months ago

A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.

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