About Edmund Burke
Edmund Burke (; 12 January [NS] 1729 – 9 July 1797) was an Anglo-Irish writer, philosopher, and politician who is widely credited as the founder of the cultural and political philosophy of conservatism. Regarded as one of the most influential conservative thinkers and political writers of the 18th century, Burke...
More quotations from Edmund Burke
All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent.
He who wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.
There is no security on this earth; there is only opportunity.
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I've often said, the only thing standing between me and greatness is me.
If any man seeks for greatness, let him forget greatness and ask for truth, and he will find both.
Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some hire public-relations officers.