A disposition to preserve, and an ability to improve, taken together, would be my standard of a statesman.
More Quotes from Edmund Burke:
Where mystery begins religion ends.Edmund Burke
Applause is the spur of noble minds, the end and aim of weak ones.
Edmund Burke
A wise and salutary neglect.
Edmund Burke
If the people are happy, united, wealthy, and powerful, we presume the rest. We conclude that to be good from whence good is derived.
Edmund Burke
Some degree of novelty must be one of the materials in almost every instrument which works upon the mind and curiosity blends itself, more or less, with all our pleasures.
Edmund Burke
I know of nothing sublime which is not some modification of power.
Edmund Burke
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
Based on Topics: Abilities QuotesThe last time I spoke with Robert was back in May. When his wife was murdered, I talked to several radio stations in defense of him because I know how Bobby Blake really is, and as far as I'm concerned, there's no murder in his heart.
Tommy Bond
Surely the immutable laws of the universe can teach more impressive and exalted lessons than the holy books of all the religions on earth.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
When I judge art, I take my painting and put it next to a God made object like a tree or flower. If it clashes, it is not art.
Paul Cezanne