Quotes Library

May 19, 2025

Let me…warn you in the most solemn manner against the baneful effects of the spirit of party.

George Washington (1732-1799), American general, president, President’s Address… (17 September 1796)

Warning given. Warning taken?

Warning ignored. In the first quarter of the twenty-first century, would anyone claim other than the last—warning ignored—is the truth?

October 4, 2025

10 months ago

Most men make little other use of their speech than to give evidence against their own understanding.

July 14, 2025

1 year ago

How can you govern a country that has 246 varieties of cheese?

December 4, 2025

8 months ago

Reader, suppose you were an idiot; and suppose you were a member of Congress; but I repeat myself.

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