Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.
Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius.
An honest politician is one who, when he is bought, will stay bought.
Sooner or later, we've got to work at it, no matter how many other careers we've had or wanted.
The happiest is the person who suffers the least pain; the most miserable who enjoys the least pleasure.
Youth would be an ideal state if it came a little later in life.
Everybody likes to go their own way--to choose their own time and manner of devotion.