现代国家的特点是其能够有效地集中和使用权力。
The modern state is characterized by its ability to concentrate and use power effectively.
我学校里其他孩子都很蠢。不过我不该说他们蠢，尽管事实就是如此。
In science, the credit goes to the person who convinces the world, not to the person to whom the idea first occurs.
听听他们的言论，看看他们的实际行为，考察他们的能力，谨慎的授予官职。
When I look at the world I'm pessimistic, but when I look at people I am optimistic.
Editing is the final rewrite of the film.
最好的领导者是那些培养其他领导者的人。