A quote that I like

Feb 06, 2008 21:48

"Because true conservatives are pessimists, they are happier than liberals, for three reasons. First, pessimists are rarely surprised. Second, when they are wrong they are delighted to be so. Third, pessimists do not put their faith in princes - in government. They understand that happiness is a function of fending for oneself. Happiness is an ( Read more... )

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sagawizard February 8 2008, 23:02:51 UTC

Yeah, most liberals and progressives I know DO tend to be more depressed than conservatives, and I include myself in that analysis.

On the other hand, if you reach for the stars, you might not get them, but at least you won't be grabbing handfuls of dirt. Forget who said that. Maybe Mr. Ed...or Mel, the cook on Alice...

-SW

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