Reason Argues The Case, But

Vice Is A Dreary Business. And Virtue Is Not A Lot Of Fun, Either.

Without Asceticism, Self-indulgence Would Be Insignificant.

The Media: Bold Sex And Violence, Timid Politics And Morals.

Pessimists Fear Becoming The Dupes Of Hope. Optimists Enjoy Hope's Company, And Consider Being Duped No Great Matter.

Sleaze Is A Point By Point Refutation Of Elegance.