Washington knows that it is not safe to kick people who are down until you find out what their next stop will be.
Judith MartinA general rule of etiquette is that one apologizes for the unfortunate occurrence, but the unthinkable is unmentionable.
Judith Martinthe obligation to express gratitude deepens with procrastination. The longer you wait, the more effusive must be the thanks.
Judith MartinThe whole country wants civility. Why don't we have it? It doesn't cost anything. No federal funding, no legislation is involved. One answer is the unwillingness to restrain oneself. Everybody wants other people to be polite to them, but they want the freedom of not having to be polite to others.
Judith Martin