“ What passes for optimism is most often the effect of an intellectual error. Raymond Aron Philosopher
“ Skepticism cannot be revolutionary, even though it speaks the language of revolution. Raymond Aron Philosopher
“ Bus stops are far more interesting and useful places to have art than in museums. Graffiti has more chance of meaning something or changing stuff than anything indoors. Graffiti has been used to start revolutions, stop wars, and generally is the voice of people who aren't listened to. Graffiti is one of those few tools you have if you have almost nothing. And even if you don't come up with a picture to cure world poverty you can make somebody smile while they're having a piss. Banksy Artist
“ We must restore the sacredness of the family as a bedrock of humane values everywhere, in peace as well as in war. Kofi Annan Diplomat
“ God is not on the side of the big battalions, but on the side of those who shoot best. Voltaire Writer
“ It is disgusting to notice the increase in the quantity of coffee used by my subjects, and the amount of money that goes out of the country as a consequence. Everybody is using coffee; this must be prevented. His Majesty was brought up on beer, and so were both his ancestors and officers. Many battles have been fought and won by soldiers nourished on beer, and the King does not believe that coffee-drinking soldiers can be relied upon to endure hardships in case of another war. Frederick The Great Military Commander