November 1, 2025

Our tradition is one of protest and revolt, and it is stultifying to celebrate the rebels of the past

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

Prime ministers require the hide of a rhinoceros, the morals of St. Francis, the patience of Job, the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the leadership of Napoleon, the magnetism of a Beatle, and the subtlety of Machiavelli.