"Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight."
"The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right."
"Never assume the obvious is true."
"If you re-read your work, you can find on re-reading a great deal of repetition can be avoided by re-reading and editing"
"Is sloppiness in speech caused by ignorance or apathy? I don't know and I don't care."
"Last, but not least, avoid cliches like the plague."
(ht Tyler, NYT obit here)
Biden pokes at Trump’s ‘stormy’ week
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The president also took on his age and the media during the White House
Correspondents’ Dinner.
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