Statesman Similes. Frank J. Wilstach, comp. 1916. A Dictionary of Similes

Frank J. Wilstach, comp. A Dictionary of Similes. 1916.

Statesman


A statesman, we are told, should follow public opinion. Doubtless … as a coachman follows his horses; having firm hold on the reins, and guiding them. —Julius Charles Hare	1
I look upon an able statesman out of office like a huge whale, that will endeavor to overturn the ship unless he has an empty cask to play with. —Sir Richard Steele	2
An honest statesman to a prince, Is like a cedar planted by a spring. The spring bathes the tree’s roots, the grateful tree, Rewards it with its shadow. —John Webster	3