Subject: Government » Politicians (Page 7)

Did you ever notice that when a politician does get an idea he usually gets it all wrong.

(1878 – 1937) humorist, journalist & author

Many of these guys on death row have done heinous things, but when we as a people sink to their level and execute them, then we’re no better than Republicans.

American comedian & writer

All people are born alike – except Republicans and Democrats.

(1890 – 1977) comedian, actor & television host

A man running for office puts me in mind of a dog that’s lost – he smells everybody he meets, and wags himself all over.

(1818 – 1885) humorist

In Washington, a man gets up to speak and doesn't say a thing, and the other men disagree with him for three hours.

(1908 – 2002) comedian, radio & television actor

What this country needs is more unemployed politicians.

(1928 – 1995) American artist

When I entered politics, I took the only downward turn you could take from journalism.

(1943 – ) U.S. agriculture commissioner, columnist, activist & author

If the law-makers make a compromise, the place where it will be felt most is the taxpayer’s pocket.

A statesman is a successful politician who is dead.

(1839 – 1902) Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives

Dilemma: A politician trying to save both his faces at once.

1. Get elected
2. Get re-elected
3. Don’t get mad, get even.

I could not stand the strain of having to be right all the time.

(1921 – 2004) English actor & author