When Tarquin the Proud was asked what was the best mode of governing a conquered city, he replied only by beating down with his staff all the tallest poppies in his garden.
In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
It is when fortune is the most propitious that she is least to be trusted.
Envy is blind. -Caeca invidia est