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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?

November 19, 2025

3 months ago

Believe nothing until it has been officially denied.

March 27, 2025

11 months ago

[On David Steel, Leader of the Liberal Party] He’s passed from rising hope to elder statesman without any intervening period whatsoever.

May 3, 2025

10 months ago

You don’t mind dying for Queen and country, but you certainly don’t want to die for politicians.

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