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?

September 24, 2025

5 months ago

In the end, it is worse to suppress dissent than to run the risk of heresy.

May 10, 2025

10 months ago

I respect fidelity to colleagues even though they are fit for the hangman.

September 27, 2025

5 months ago

When the lay public rallies round to an idea that is denounced by distinguished but elderly scientists

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