Quote by Neil Gaiman

-Just remember, what the French say. No, probably not the French, they've got a president or something.The Brits, maybe, or the Swedes. You know what I mean?- No, Matthew. What do they say?- The king is dead, that's what they say. The king is dead. Long live the king.

-Just remember, what the French say. No, probably not the Fr

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of continuity and succession in leadership. It refers to the tradition of immediately proclaiming the successor to the throne upon the death of a monarch. The phrase "The king is dead, long live the king" signifies that while a monarch may have passed away, the line of succession continues seamlessly with the new ruler. It also emphasizes how nations differ in their governance, with mentions of the French, Brits, and Swedes serving as representative examples.

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