A leader leads from in front, by the power of example. A ruler pushes from behind, by means of the club, the whip, the power of fear.
Every moment is precious. And precarious.
Among politicians and businessmen, *Pragmatism* is the current term for 'To hell with our children.'
The author: an imaginary person who writes real books.
I stand for what I stand on.
All forms of government are pernicious, including good government.