The statesman shears the sheep; the politician skins them.
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An Englishmen thinks seated; a Frenchmen standing; an American pacing, an Irishman, afterwards.Austin OMalley
In levying taxes and in shearing sheep it is well to stop when you get down to the skin.
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Show me a genuine case of platonic friendship, and I shall show you two old or homely faces.
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A home-made friend wears longer than one you buy in the market.
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When you are dealing with a child, keep all your wits about you, and sit on the floor.
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A pint of sweat will save a gallon of blood.
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