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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

2 years ago

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

February 25, 2025

2 years ago

I am a revolutionist by birth, reading and principle. I am always on the side of the revolutionists because there

July 27, 2025

1 year ago

The illusion that times that were are better than those that are, has probably pervaded all ages.

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