Paul Johnson Quotes & Sayings (Page 4)
Paul Johnson quotes and sayings page 4 (journalist). Here's quote # 31 through 40 out of the 44 we have for him.
“Those who buy in to global warming wish to drastically curb human economic and industrial activities, regardless of the consequences for people, especially the poor.”
“Where the quest for knowledge is relatively, and now almost absolutely, unrestrained, the public benefit will be great, especially where the certainty of the law ensures that knowledge is rewarded. This is exactly the combination that is the foundation of wealth-creation.”
“A capitalist economy hums when leading businessmen are bubbling with animal spirits and are prepared to sink their money into risky ventures.”
“Human beings are infinitely worth studying, especially the peculiarities that often go along with outstanding gifts.”
“Long periods of recession, which tend to be self-perpetuating, are usually ended by war, or by preparations for it.”
“The most evil person I ever met was a toss-up between Pablo Picasso and the publisher-crook Robert Maxwell.”
“I like that lady - Sarah Palin. She's great. I like the cut of her jib.”
“I very much wanted to be editor of the 'New Statesman!' But I never wanted to be prime minister, except maybe as a little boy.”
“At some time in their careers, most good historians itch to write a history of the world, endeavor to discover what makes humanity the most destructive and creative of species.”
“The most intimidating world leader was Lyndon Johnson, who became U.S. President when John Kennedy was assassinated. He exulted in this power and liked to inspire fear.”
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