Edmund BurkeEdmund Burke, (1729-1797) Irish-born British statesman, parliamentary orator, and political thinker

Edmund Burke Quote

“There is no safety for honest men except by believing all possible evil of evil men.”

Edmund BurkeEdmund Burke
~ Edmund Burke


Ratings and Comments


E Archer, NYC

Hence the US Constitution.

RobertSRQ

Richard III did not heed this lesson... Forgiveness is often your death warrant.

Ken, Allyn, WA

So, I suppose "honest men" need to preempt the actions of evil men.

Mike, Norwalk

I believe there to be an eternal or ultimate safety for honest men. Speaking to a pure corporeal frame of reference, a lot of truth there.

Ronw13, Yachats Or

Always be aware of your surroundings !

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