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I have lived long enough in the world, Sir, . . . to know that the safety of a minister lies in his having the approbation of this House. Former ministers, Sir, neglected this, and therefore they fell; I have always made it my first study to obtain it...
Source: Speech, House of Commons, 21 Nov 1739.
-- Robert Walpole, (Aug 26 1676-1745), British statesman; He was generally regarded as the first prime minister, 1721-42; known for his frank, hearty manner and political subtlety.