Only kings presidents
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Only kings,
presidents,
editors,
and people with tapeworms have the right to use the editorial 'we.'
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Meaning
This quote mocks the pompous use of the editorial \'we\' by limiting it to those with unusual authority or unusual conditions. It satirizes inflated self-importance.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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