Perhaps it would be better for science, that all criticism should be avowed. – Charles Babbage
That science has long been neglected and declining in England, is not an opinion originating with me, but is shared by many, and has been expressed by higher authority than mine. – Charles Babbage
A tool is usually more simple than a machine it is generally used with the hand, whilst a machine is frequently moved by animal or steam power. – Charles Babbage
It will be readily admitted, that a degree conferred by an university, ought to be a pledge to the public that he who holds it possesses a certain quantity of knowledge. – Charles Babbage
People more than ever since I can remember are concerned about being out of step and out of line with their political party and wont cross over. There is nobody, man or woman, who wants to be left out, and people are fearful of that. People are fearful of their leadership as well. – Gary Ackerman