politics Quotes

One leader, one people, signifies one master and millions of slaves.

One strength of the communist system of the East is that it has some of the character of a religion and inspires the emotions of a religion.

All modern revolutions have ended in a reinforcement of the power of the State.

Nationalism is an infantile disease. It is the measles of mankind.

Heroism on command, senseless violence, and all the loathsome nonsense that goes by the name of patriotism - how passionately I hate them!

An empty stomach is not a good political adviser.

Nothing is more destructive of respect for the government and the law of the land than passing laws which cannot be enforced.

A tyrant must put on the appearance of uncommon devotion to religion. Subjects are less apprehensive of illegal treatment from a ruler whom they consider god-fearing and pious. On the other hand, they do less easily move against him, believing that he has the gods on his side.

Man is by nature a political animal.

It is clearly better that property should be private, but the use of it common; and the special business of the legislator is to create in men this benevolent disposition.