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 31, 2025

1 year ago

[On Anthony Eden] He was not only a bore; he bored for England.

April 15, 2025

1 year ago

Politicians [are] a set of men who have interests aside from the interests of the people

March 3, 2025

1 year ago

‘Do you pray for the senators, Dr. Hale?’ ‘No, I look at the senators and I pray for the country’

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