Quote by Walter Bagehot
An ambassador is not simply an agent; he is also a spectacle. - Wa

An ambassador is not simply an agent; he is also a spectacle. – Walter Bagehot

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The whole history of civilization is strewn with creeds and institutions which were invaluable at first, and deadly afterwards. – Walter Bagehot

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Public opinion is a permeating influence, and it exacts obedience to itself; it requires us to drink other mens thoughts, to speak other mens words, to follow other mens habits. – Walter Bagehot

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Diplomats are useful only in fair weather. As soon as it rains they drown in every drop. – Charles de Gaulle

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If you are to stand up for your Government you must be able to stand up to your Government. – Lord Harold Caccia

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