A wise scepticism is the first attribute of a good critic

Compromise makes a good umbrella, but a poor roof; it is temporary expedient, often wise in party politics, almost sure to be unwise in statesmanship.

Let us be of good cheer, however, remembering that the misfortunes hardest to bear are those which never come.

There is no good in arguing with the inevitable The only argument available with an east wind is to put on your overcoat

One forgives the critic - perhaps - but never the good-natured friend.

I DJ and I'm a harsh critic of DJs.