Quotes Library

June 5, 2025

It is a great folly to offend many if you only want to insult one man.

Francesco Guicciardini (1483–1540), Italian historian and statesman, Ricordi, C, 7

Think hard. Have you ever done something so stupid?

Never forget that the secret of success in politics is the slowness with which you make enemies. You will make them, in any event, but why rush?

January 26, 2025

1 year ago

The Confederacy [i.e., the Confederate States of America, 1861-1865] has been done to death by politicians.

February 22, 2025

1 year ago

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 3, 2025

1 year ago

Revolution: n., a bursting of the boilers which usually takes place when the safety valve of public discussion is closed.

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