Quotes Library

March 2, 2025

There is a providence that protects idiots, drunkards, children and the United States of America.

Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), German chancellor. Attributed, Jay p.47

Who would have thought Bismarck a believer in American exceptionalism?

One wonders if such providence still functions vis-à-vis the United States?

May 1, 2025

10 months ago

Capitalism, as an institutional arrangement, has been singularly devoid of plausible myths.

August 18, 2025

6 months ago

Politicians who wish to succeed must be prepared to dissemble, at times to lie.

April 10, 2025

11 months ago

Ill can he rule the great that cannot reach the small.

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