ECCENTRICITY, n. A method of distinction so cheap that fools employ it to accentuate their incapacity. - Ambrose Bierce

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I also know that every person faces adversity in life. Abraham Lincoln held this seat in Congress in one term. But few faced as many defeats in his personal, business and public life as he did.

Ambrose Bierce

ECCENTRICITY, n. A method of distinction so cheap that fools employ it to accentuate their incapacity.

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Politics: A strife of interests masquerading as a contest of principles. The conduct of public affairs for private advantage.

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