Never appeal to a man's "better nature." He may not have one. Invoking his self-interest gives you more leverage.

Reality is nothing but a collective hunch.

Misery no longer loves company. Nowadays it insists on it.

If a jury in a criminal trial stays out for more than twenty-four hours, it is certain to vote acquittal, save in those instances where it votes guilty.

Maternity pay? Now every Tom, Dick and Harry will get pregnant.

The chief danger in life is that you may take too many precautions.