Ambrose Bierce

We submit to the majority because we have to. But we are not compelled to call our attitude of subjection a posture of respect.

Perseverance - a lowly virtue whereby mediocrity achieves an inglorious success.

Success is the one unpardonable sin against our fellows.

To be positive is to be mistaken at the top of one's voice.

Positive, adj.: Mistaken at the top of one's voice.