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 15, 2025

8 months ago

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

February 6, 2025

11 months ago

One should as a rule respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and to keep out of prison,

May 11, 2025

8 months ago

The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind him in other men the conviction and the will to carry on.

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