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Beware of sentimental alliances where the consciousness of good deeds is the only compensation for noble sacrifices.

Otto von Bismarck

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Never believe anything in politics until it has been officially denied.
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A really great man is known by three signs: generosity in the design, humanity in the execution, moderation in success.
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It is the destiny of the weak to be devoured by the strong.
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A conquering army on the border will not be stopped by eloquence.
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Laws are like sausages, it is better not to see them being made.
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Politics is not an exact science.
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No civilization other than that which is Christian, is worth seeking or possessing.
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An appeal to fear never finds an echo in German hearts.
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Beware of sentimental alliances where the consciousness of good deeds is the only compensation for noble sacrifices.
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Be polite; write diplomatically; even in a declaration of war one observes the rules of politeness.
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Preventive war is like committing suicide out of fear of death.
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Hounds follow those who feed them.
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I consider even a victorious war as an evil, from which statesmanship must endeavor to spare nations.
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A little caution outflanks a large cavalry.
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