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I took the right sow by the ear.

Source: Commenting on his perception that, to influence George II, the correct woman to cultivate was Queen Caroline, not any of the King's mistresses - a mistake made by his political opponents.
-- 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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