Politics: A strife of interests masquerading as a contest of principles. The conduct of public affairs for private advantage.

Continuing to believe the same thing, even in the face of new evidence to the contrary, is the definition of insanity – except in politics where it’s called leadership.

Biophobia is as much a part of a politician’s basic equipment as a sharp suit.

Politics, as any observer of the modern world knows, is the enemy of economics, everywhere and always.

The typical citizen drops down to a lower level of mental performance as soon as he enters the political field. He argues and analyzes in a way which he would readily recognize as infantile within the sphere of his real interests. He becomes primitive again.

The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.