Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Vulgarity in a king flatters the majority of the nation.

Vulgarity in a king flatters the majority of the nation.

Summary

This quote suggests that when a king or ruler speaks or acts in a vulgar or crude manner, it tends to be pleasing to the majority of the nation. It implies that the common people are often amused or entertained by coarse behavior from their leaders. This observation implies a possible link between the ruler's behavior and the approval or support they receive from the general population.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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