• Laws are like sausages, it is better not to see them being made.

• When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn't the slightest intention of putting it into practice.

• Beware of sentimental alliances where the consciousness of good deeds is the only compensation for noble sacrifices.

• A really great man is known by three signs... generosity in the design, humanity in the execution, moderation in success.