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Robert Walpole: They now ring...

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They now ring the bells, but they will soon wring their hands.

Source: Remark on the declaration of war with Spain, 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.


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