I did not attend his funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it.
MARK TWAINIn the beginning of a change the patriot is a scarce man, and brave, and hated and scorned. When his cause succeeds, the timid join him, for then it costs nothing to be a patriot.
More Mark Twain Quotes
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The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.
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If Christ were here there is one thing he would not be – a Christian.
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Everyone is a moon, and has a dark side which he never shows to anybody.
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When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained.
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When angry, count four. When very angry, swear.
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Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.
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The human race has only one really effective weapon and that is laughter.
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The human race has only one really effective weapon and that is laughter.
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A banker is a fellow who lends you his umbrella when the sun is shining, but wants it back the minute it begins to rain.
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It takes your enemy and your friend, working together, to hurt you to the heart: the one to slander you and the other to get the news to you.
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I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.
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Name the greatest of all inventors. Accident.
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Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and your government when it deserves it.
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It’s better to keep your mouth shut and appear stupid than open it and remove all doubt.
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It’s easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled.
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