Thirdly, even if we assume that the world is governed by purpose, we need only add that this purpose - or, if there are several, at least one of them - is not especially intent on preventing suffering, whether it is indifferent to suffering or actual...
In the first quarter of the nineteenth century the experimental proof for the interdependence of the composition and properties of chemical compounds resulted in the theory that they are mutually related, so that like composition governs like propert...
I now proceed to demonstrate that the Mexicans are wholly incapable of self-government, and that our liberties, our fortunes and our lives are insecure so long as we are connected with them.
Free speech is against governments, not against the NBA. So the players and coaches and indeed owners have been fined for their speech, which is costly rather than free. I sort of acknowledge that there is not free speech when you agree to work in th...
In 2008, Putin's message was, 'We aren't like a Central Asian republic, we aren't going to build a personalistic regime, we will have institutions.' This is all abolished now. The very idea of a governing party and party career, as you have in China,...
I call for greater measures to involve more women at higher levels in mine action. Governments should do more to address gender in their mine action programmes and through their implementation of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention.
The most awesome powers are those not wielded.
A popular man arouses the jealousy of the powerful.
Procrastination robs the world of countless treasures.
I may have power but I do not have strength.
Heroes are made by the paths they choose, not the powers they are graced with.
Power belongs in the hands of love, not memories.
Where there is power, there is resistance.
Seek God's power and presence continually.
Creation of mankind, the power of God.
Hope is strong trust in divine power.
Power of prayer, serenity for the soul.
We are inspired by divine power to write.
Self-reverence, self-knowledge, self-control; these three alone lead one to sovereign power.
The more centralized the power, the less compromises need to be made in architecture.
We know that no one ever seizes power with the intention of relinquishing it.
