Laws are like sausages. You sleep far better the less you know about how they are made.
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God has a special providence for fools, drunks, and the United States of America.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that there is a protective force or luck that watches over those who may be reckless or naΓ―ve, including nations.
Otto Von Bismarck's quote reflects a cynical perspective on governance and human nature, implying that there is an unexpected favor or safeguarding that seems to be granted to those who are foolish, intoxicated, or even to an entire nation like the United States. It highlights the idea that sometimes, despite poor choices or lack of wisdom, fortune or providence can intervene in surprising ways, leading to unexpected outcomes.
Themes
ProvidenceFoolsLuckAmericaBismarck
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion about government decisions that seem illogical, this quote can be used to highlight the unpredictability of political fortune.
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