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?

January 14, 2025

1 year ago

[On the popularity of Margaret Thatcher] The further you got from Britain, the more admired you found she was.

May 12, 2025

10 months ago

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

July 29, 2025

7 months ago

So long as all the increased wealth which modern progress brings goes to build up great fortunes

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