Quote by David Lloyd George

What do you want to be a sailor for? There are greater storms in politics than you will ever find at sea. Piracy, broadsides, blood on the decks. You will find them all in politics.

What do you want to be a sailor for? There are greater storm

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This quote emphasizes the tumultuous nature of politics and suggests that it can be even more intense and treacherous than the life of a sailor at sea. It highlights the presence of struggles like piracy, confrontations, and violence that are often encountered in the political arena. The quote implies that those who are drawn to the excitement and challenges of being a sailor may not fully anticipate or be prepared for the intense storms that they will face in the world of politics.

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