When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn't the slightest intention of carrying it out in practice.
Iron Chancellor of Germany
A witty and cynical remark on human nature and politics.
Late 19th century (approximate)
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"Trust in God and keep your powder dry."
Controversial"We Germans fear God, and nothing else in the world."
Controversial"The less people know about how sausages and laws are made, the better they'll sleep at night."
Humorous"The statesman who is worthy of the name must always have one ear open to the voice of the people, the other to the voice of God."
Controversial"Only a fool learns from his own mistakes. The wise man learns from the mistakes of others."
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