Quote by Cosimo Medici

"I have not the least doubt that the greatest and noblest pleasure which we are capable of enjoying in this life, is the pleasure which springs from the practical exercise of the social and benevolent affections."

"The great tradition of public service goes by the board."

"Money is like manure, if you pile it up it smells, but if you spread it around it does a lot of good."

"Patience is the virtue of asses."

"Fear drives civilization. Without it, there is only chaos."

"Order through chaos. That's the only real answer."

"Politics and power corrupt when they're separated from purpose."

"The system isn't broken—it was built this way. We have to rebuild it."