That “democracy” is a somewhat vague term which I cannot define precisely. We ought to say, therefore: “I am fairly certain that it is a good thing if a government has something of the characteristics that are common to the British and American Constitutions,” or something of this sort.

Success comes from a combination of hard work, perseverance, and a bit of luck.

我从来不知道我对某事的看法，直到我读到我写的东西。