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.

September 1, 2025

1 year ago

Politicians neither love nor hate. Interest, not sentiment, directs them.

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.

May 14, 2025

1 year ago

Human beings are perhaps never more frightening than when they are convinced beyond doubt that they are right.

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