George Washington vs. Mark Twain

[walkinghorse]

“I have a higher and grander standard of principle than George Washington. He could not lie; I can, but I won’t.” - Mark Twain


Wonder if that is why Samuel Clements wasn't a politician?

 

[ingmansinc]

That's great. Mark Twain was probably a lot more clever than most politicians.

 

[red14]

""Mark Twain was probably a lot more clever than most politicians.
Today""

He is still as relevant today as ever.

 

[DeathGrip]

Do you think Washington would have Twain barred from our schools and public libarys?

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

I don't recall Mark Twain ever doing anything noble or heroic, he was a river boat pilot, yes and I suspect that was a profession where integrity was expected.