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Whether the gentleman is capable or not, he is loved all the same; conversely the petty man is loathed all the same.

Xun Zi Chinese Philosopher

I don't mean to sound bitter, cold, or cruel, but I am, so that's how it comes out.

Bill Hicks American Comedian

My children are delightful people, whom I would love even if they weren't my children.

Toni Morrison American Novelist

I told the Inland Revenue I didn't owe them a penny because I lived near the seaside.

Ken Dodd British Comedian

I do not choose that my grave should be dug while I am still alive.

Elizabeth I English Royalty

I got drunk when I was five. Everybody gets drunk before they're 21.

Fiona Apple American Musician

My youngest uncle Randy and I were the first members of our entire family to ever go to college.

James Earl Jones American Actor

Most people would sooner die than think; in fact, they do so.

Bertrand Russell British Philosopher

I hope in my lifetime we can all continue to laugh at ourselves and not put down anyone for what they weigh.

Richard Simmons American Celebrity

I try to treat people the way I would like to be treated, but I can't worry about what everyone's going to think.

Victoria Principal American Actress

Bank failures are caused by depositors who don't deposit enough money to cover losses due to mismanagement.

Dan Quayle American Vice President

Working on my own gave me a chance to take my time and experiment a lot.

Ziggy Marley Jamaican Musician

Well, let me, first of all, say, that as a microtonal composer, I've never been much of a theorist.

John Eaton American Politician

To have a great man for a friend seems pleasant to those who have never tried it; those who have, fear it.

Horace Roman Poet

We used to get published a lot. And there was this vodka advertisement... it embarrassed me a lot afterwards.

Robin Day British Journalist

There are people worse off than me. I've had a very long run. I'm fine really. I'm just old.

Barry Took Comedian

The government is tottering. We must deal it the death blow an any cost. To delay action is the same as death.

Vladimir Lenin Russian Leader

A literary journal is intended to connect writer with reader; the role of the editor is to mediate.

John Barton Canadian Poet

Do It Under the Influence Yourself! That's what we're shooting for! Get drunk and make your dreams come true.

Aziz Ansari American Comedian

You've come to me now at this point in time, when The Neptunes are just now getting our light.

Chad Hugo American Musician