Men are so unwilling to displease a Prince, that it is as d… - George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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Men are so unwilling to displease a Prince, that it is as dangerous to inform him right, as to serve him wrong.

George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (November 11, 1633 – April 5, 1695) was an English statesman, writer, and politician.

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Alternative Names: George Saville, 1st Marquis of Halifax • George Savile • George Saville • George Saville, Marquis of Halifax

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Men are so unwilling to displease a Prince, that it is as dangerous to inform him right, as to serve him wrong. - George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

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