Quote by Lord Palmerston
"What is merit? It is not always easy to determine, but it must be judged by actions and results."
More from Lord Palmerston
"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."