Quote by Humbert Wolfe

You cannot hope to bribe or twist (thank God!) the British journalist. But, seeing what the man will do unbribed, there's no occasion to.

You cannot hope to bribe or twist (thank God!) the British j

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that British journalists cannot be bribed or influenced, which is both fortunate and unnecessary. It implies that the integrity and honesty of British journalists are so strong that they would not fall for bribes or manipulation. However, the quote also implies that the actions of British journalists without bribery are already impressive and don't require any illicit incentives. Ultimately, it highlights the trust and reliability associated with British journalism.

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