Leon Trotsky on government

Learning carries within itself certain dangers because out of necessity one has to learn from one’s enemies.

Stalinism and fascism, in spite of a deep difference in social foundations, are symmetrical phenomena. In many of their features they show a deadly similarity.

Old age is the most unexpected of all the things that happen to a man.

The best government is that which governs least.

John L. O'Sullivan1813–1895Often credited to Thomas Paine

Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch.

The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.