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.

July 10, 2025

1 year ago

The magistrate ought definitely to bear in mind that he represents the state.

October 25, 2025

9 months ago

Democracy becomes a government of bullies, tempered by editors.

September 15, 2025

11 months ago

It may be that the race is not always to the swift, nor the battle to the strong—but that is the way to bet.

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