It is a general popular error to suppose the loudest complainers for the public to be the most anxious for its welfare. Edmund Burke anxiouscomplainererror Change image and share on social
It is ordained in the eternal constitution of things, that men of intemperate minds cannot be free. Their passions forge their fetters. Edmund Burke constitutioneternalfetter Change image and share on social
It is, generally, in the season of prosperity that men discover their real temper, principles, and designs. Edmund Burke designdiscovergenerally Change image and share on social
To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting. Edmund Burke digesteatread Change image and share on social
All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent. Edmund Burke consciencefootholdgain Change image and share on social
But what is liberty without wisdom, and without virtue? It is the greatest of all possible evils; for it is folly, vice, and madness, without tuition or restraint. Edmund Burke evilfollygreat Change image and share on social
