A sense of humor always withers in the presence of the messianic delus…

H. L. Mencken
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A sense of humor always withers in the presence of the messianic delusion, like justice and the truth in front of patriotic passion. ✨ H.L. Mencken: Prejudices: First, Second, and Third Series.
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