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 12, 2025

1 year ago

Every time I create an appointment, I create a hundred malcontents and one ingrate.

September 5, 2025

1 year ago

[On freedom of the press] The intrusion of government into this domain is symptomatic of the disease of this society.

September 1, 2025

1 year ago

Politicians neither love nor hate. Interest, not sentiment, directs them.

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