Every time a new nation, America or Russia for instance, advances toward civilization, the human race perfects itself; every time an inferior class emerges from enslavement and degradation, the human race again perfects itself.
Madame de StaelWho understands much forgives much. To understand everything makes us very forgiving.
Madame de StaelAnyone who can see as far as tomorrow in politics arouses the wrath of people who can see no farther than today.
Madame de Stael