Famous quotes containing the words republic of, republic, kingdom and/or border:
“Universal empire is the prerogative of a writer. His concerns are with all mankind, and though he cannot command their obedience, he can assign them their duty. The Republic of Letters is more ancient than monarchy, and of far higher character in the world than the vassal court of Britain.”
—Thomas Paine (1737–1809)
“Our constitution works. Our great republic is a government of laws, not of men.”
—Gerald R. Ford (b. 1913)
“It is easier to govern a kingdom than to rule a family.”
—Chinese proverb.
“Liberal hopefulness
Regards death as a mere border to an improving picture.”
—William Empson (1906–1984)