Quotes Library

February 5, 2025

Think much, speak little, write less.

Italian proverb

Recall at least two instances where you spoke to your own detriment? And one where you wrote something to the same effect?

The truth of this proverb is seldom appreciated by the typical politician. Most love the sound of their own voices; too many do not understand the danger in writing things down—more and more risky with the growth of every sort of internet-based communication.


More Quotes

February 22, 2025
The majority is the best way, because it is visible and has strength to make itself obeyed. Yet it is the opinion of the least able.
February 9, 2025
In framing a government, which is to administered by men, over men, the great difficulty lies in this
April 8, 2025
Idealism increases in direct proportion to one’s distance from the problem.
Page 34 of 122