He never sought to stem the current. [Of a statesman who accommodates his views to public opinion.]
JuvenalThe thirst after fame is greater than that after virtue; for who embraces virtue if you take away its rewards?
JuvenalHe never sought to stem the current. [Of a statesman who accommodates his views to public opinion.]
JuvenalThe thirst after fame is greater than that after virtue; for who embraces virtue if you take away its rewards?
Juvenal