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?

May 11, 2025

1 year ago

The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind him in other men the conviction and the will to carry on.

July 2, 2025

1 year ago

Fame is a vapor; popularity is an accident; the only earthly certainty is oblivion.

October 16, 2025

10 months ago

The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they oppress.

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