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Some quotes to survive the chaos of American politics

In this chaotic political environment, there are two quotes that guide my thoughts:

H.L. Mencken’s, “You can never go broke underestimating the intelligence of the American voter.”

And Goya’s, “When reason sleeps, monsters awake.”

It seems to help.

Clive L. Grafton, Nipomo

This story was originally published July 29, 2016 at 3:21 PM with the headline "Some quotes to survive the chaos of American politics."

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