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When the Well’s dry, we know the Worth of Water.

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist, philosopher, aphorist
Poor Richard (1746 ed.)
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Added on 26-Mar-26 | Last updated 19-Mar-26
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They say rather than cursing the darkness, one should light a candle. They don’t mention anything about cursing a lack of candles.

George Carlin (1937-2008) American comedian
Book (2004), When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops?, “Bits and Pieces”
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(Source (Audio)). Referring to the quotation by W. L. Watkinson.
 
Added on 29-Oct-25 | Last updated 29-Oct-25
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Of course, somehow, these champions of free market, these lovers of the invisible hand, cannot figure out that if people won’t sell you a good or service under the terms you set, free market competition demands that you offer better terms and conditions. It’s as simple as that. If you can’t buy a Porsche for $1.98, that doesn’t mean there’s an automobile shortage.

Peter Greene (contemp.) American teacher, blogger
“Florida’s Teacher Gap Is No Mystery,” Huffington Post (21 Nov 2017)
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Added on 3-Jun-21 | Last updated 3-Jun-21
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