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.

April 5, 2025

9 months ago

This year will be harder than last year. On the other hand, it will be easier than next year.

January 24, 2025

11 months ago

Victory has a hundred fathers, but defeat is an orphan.

January 2, 2025

12 months ago

Politicians, like prostitutes, are held in contempt. But what man does not run to them when they need their services?

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