Dead birds don't fall out of their nests.
We shall show mercy, but we shall not ask for it.
Nourish your hopes, but do not overlook realities.
It's Never Over 'till it's over! Never Give Up! Never.
After a time, civil servants tend to become no longer servants and no longer civil.
If, however, there is to be a war of nerves let us make sure our nerves are strong and are fortified by the deepest convictions of our hearts.