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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?

December 28, 2025

2 months ago

The man who is denied the opportunity of taking decisions of importance begins to regard as important the decisions he is allowed to take.

September 2, 2025

6 months ago

There is one safeguard known generally to the wise, which is an advantage and security to all

May 9, 2025

10 months ago

No man is fit to govern great societies who hesitates about disobliging the few who have access to him

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