Quote by Lord Palmerston
"The test of statesmanship is the ability to discern what is possible from what is merely desirable."
"The test of statesmanship is the ability to discern what is possible from what is merely desirable."
"The function of government is to calm, not to excite the passions of the people."
"I therefore fearlessly challenge the verdict which this House is going to give."
"Politics is the art of the possible."
"The British people are as much attached to their freedom and independence as any people in the world."