maandag 3 maart 2014

Bitter Bierce

Ambrose Bierce (1842-1914) schreef The Devil's Dictionary; daaruit drie definities/omschrijvingen:

POLITICIAN, n. An eel in the fundamental mud upon which the superstructure of organized society is reared. When he wriggles he mistakes the agitation of his tail for the trembling of the edifice. As compared with the statesman, he suffers the disadvantage of being alive.

 

POLITICS, n. A strife of interests masquerading as a contest of principles. The conduct of public affairs for private advantage.

 

ELECTOR, n. One who enjoys the sacred privilege of voting for the man of another man's choice.

 

 

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