It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and say the opposite.

—Sam Levenson

About Sam Levenson

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Samuel Levenson (December 28, 1911 – August 27, 1980) was an American humorist, writer, teacher, television host, and journalist.

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It was on my fifth birthday that Papa put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Remember, my son, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.

—Sam Levenson

You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can't possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.

—Sam Levenson

The reason grandparents and grandchildren get along so well is that they have a common enemy.

—Sam Levenson

Lead us not into temptation. Just tell us where it is; we'll find it.

—Sam Levenson

Somewhere on this globe, every ten seconds, there is a woman giving birth to a child. She must be found and stopped.

—Sam Levenson

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