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To say nothing, especially when speaking, is half the art of diplomacy.
To say nothing, especially when speaking, is half the art of diplomacy.
Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.
Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.
Diplomats were invented simply to waste time.
Diplomats were invented simply to waste time.
American diplomacy is easy on the brain but hell on the feet.
American diplomacy is easy on the brain but hell on the feet.
Modern diplomats approach every problem with an open mouth.
Modern diplomats approach every problem with an open mouth.
Once the Xerox copier was invented, diplomacy died.
Once the Xerox copier was invented, diplomacy died.
I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speak the truth, and they never believe me.
I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speak the truth, and they never believe me.
Sincere diplomacy is no more possible than dry water or wooden iron.
Sincere diplomacy is no more possible than dry water or wooden iron.
Diplomacy is the art of letting someone have your way.
Diplomacy is the art of letting someone have your way.