It is not a sign of arrogance for the king to rule. That is what he is there for.
A Conservative is a fellow who is standing athwart history yelling 'Stop!'
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.
The more complicated and powerful the job, the more rudimentary the preparation for it.
All adventure is now reactionary.
I profoundly believe it takes a lot of practice to become a moral slob.
