Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive.
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Truth is a demure lady, much too ladylike to knock you on your head and drag you to her cave. She is there, but people must want her, and seek her out.William F. Buckley, Jr.
Some of my instincts are reprehensible.
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Liberals claim to want to give a hearing to other views, but then are shocked and offended to discover that there are other views.
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We love your adherence to democratic principles.
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Back in the thirties we were told we must collectivize the nation because the people were so poor. Now we are told we must collectivize the nation because the people are so rich.
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The majority of the senior class of Vassar does not desire my company and I must confess, having read specimens of their thought and sentiments, that I do not desire the company of the majority of the senior class of Vassar.
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