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?

September 28, 2025

10 months ago

The price one pays for pursuing any profession or calling is an intimate knowledge of its ugly side.

December 1, 2025

8 months ago

The voice of the people has something divine; else how could so many agree to one thing?

February 8, 2025

1 year ago

The main advantage of being famous is that when you bore people at dinner they think it is their fault.

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