Famous quotes containing the words democratic, party and/or opposition:
“In democratic ages men rarely sacrifice themselves for another, but they show a general compassion for all the human race. One never sees them inflict pointless suffering, and they are glad to relieve the sorrows of others when they can do so without much trouble to themselves. They are not disinterested, but they are gentle.”
—Alexis de Tocqueville (1805–1859)
“There was an old party of Lyme
Who married three wives at one time.”
—Edward Lear (1812–1888)
“Husbands and wives generally understand when opposition will be vain.”
—Jane Austen (1775–1817)