Men seek to build a just and equitable society. Politicians see it as their ultimate conquest.Originally posted by SingaporeMacross:In Greek, the word 'Poli tics', means many bloodsucking parasites.
This one is particularly pertinent to the local context.Originally posted by robertteh:The tree of liberty grows only when watered by the blood of tyrants.
Originally posted by 00011000:Finally, we get to see something lighthearted from Robert.
You mean we hang only petty thieves but bigger ones got away scot free?Originally posted by googoomuck:We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office.![]()
That's exactly what the quote by Aesop means...the big ones are appointed to high office.Originally posted by robertteh:You mean we hang only petty thieves but bigger ones got away scot free?