I mean, you can't be less ruthless than the opposition simply because your government's policy is benevolent, can you now?
John le CarreThe Secret Intelligence Service I knew occupied dusky suites of little rooms opposite St James's Park Tube station in London.
John le CarreThe good pupils are often brilliant, and they keep you on your toes and take you to the limits of your knowledge. The worst pupils provide a unique insight into the criminal mind.
John le Carre