“Take calculated risks” – famous quotes by General Patton
When General George S. Patton said, “Take calculated risks. That is quite different from being rash,” it clarified his more famous quote, …
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Even in England, it’s not exactly profitable to speak and write the truth.
“Intellectual honesty is a crime in any totalitarian country but even in England, it’s not exactly profitable to speak and write the …
Why is there so much month left at the end of the money?
Barrymore, often described as a ‘theatrical genius’, was a profligate spender – a serious problem because he endured extended periods of unemployment …
Orwell on liberty and freedom of expression
“If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” ~ George …
Rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God
“Rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God” is an aphorism and proposed motto for the Seal of the United States attributed to …
Even in England, it’s not exactly profitable to speak and write the truth.
“Intellectual honesty is a crime in any totalitarian country but even in England, it’s not exactly profitable to speak and write the …
Ten George Orwell Quotes on ‘Truth’
“In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ‘If liberty means anything at all it means the right …
Adams’ message to posterity on the cost of freedom
“Posterity! You will never know how much it cost the present generation to preserve your freedom! I hope you will make a …
The most perfect political community
“The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control and outnumbers both of the other classes.” …
Marie Curie: nothing in life is to be feared
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that …