Quotes by Burke, Edmund

The true danger is when liberty is nibbled away, for expedience, and b >>

Tyrants seldom want pretexts. >>

The arrogance of age must submit to be taught by youth. >>

Quotations about Compromise

The English never draw a line without blurring it. >>

Compromise. Such an adjustment of conflicting interests as gives each >>

Once you consent to some concession, you can never cancel it and put t >>

All government, indeed every human benefit and enjoyment, every virtue, and every prudent act, is founded on compromise and barter.

Burke, Edmund