Quotes Library

September 17, 2025

The truth which makes men free is for the most part the truth which men prefer not to hear.

Herbert Agar (1897–1980), American journalist and historian, The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Quotations, Tony Augarde, ed. (Oxford: 1991) p.2

Which are the truths you prefer not to hear? Which ones do you want to keep from your constituents?

Always be mindful of the elephant in the room and what might happen if it is noticed.

November 17, 2025

12 months ago

The difference between a Democracy and a Dictatorship is that in a Democracy you vote first and take orders later

August 6, 2025

1 year ago

The whole aim of practical politics is to keep the populace alarmed (and hence clamorous to be led to safety)

September 27, 2025

1 year ago

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

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