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

When in Rome, do as Rome does.

EXECUTIVE, n. An officer of the Government, whose duty it is to enforce the wishes of the legislative power until such time as the judicial department shall be pleased to pronounce them invalid and of no effect.

While your friend holds you affectionately by both your hands, you are safe, for you can watch both his.

TRUCE, n. Friendship.

Distance, n. The only thing that the rich are willing for the poor to call theirs and keep.

RESPIRATOR, n. An apparatus fitted over the nose and mouth of an inhabitant of London, whereby to filter the visible universe in its passage to the lungs.