A civil ruler dabbling in religion is as reprehensible as a clergyman dabbling in politics. Both render themselves odious as well as ridiculous.

Like all valuable commodities, truth is often counterfeited.

There are no working hours for leaders.

There are no office hours for leaders.

I am no longer a curmudgeon. I am a curmudgeon emeritus.

We do not attach any intrinsic value to the Cross; this would be sinful and idolatrous. Our veneration is referred to Him who died upon it.

For to keep at the top is harder almost than to get there