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?

March 6, 2025

12 months ago

Democracy is rarely beautiful in its workings, for the many refuse to be refined, restrained, and artistic.

December 3, 2025

3 months ago

Healey’s first law of politics: when you are in a hole, stop digging.

June 28, 2025

8 months ago

Distrust all those who love you extremely upon a very slight acquaintance and without any visible reason.

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