“Only the very rarest of princes can endure even a little criticism, and few of them can put up with even a pause in the adulation.”
Quote by Walter Lippmann
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Walter Lippmann
Walter Lippmann was a prominent American writer and political commentator, born on September 23, 1889, and died on December 14, 1974. He was known for his profound insights into political and social issues and was one of the most influential political analysts in the United States during the 20th century. more
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