There are few ironclad rules of diplomacy but to one there is no exception. When an official reports that talks were useful, it can safely be concluded that nothing was accomplished.
-- John Kenneth Galbraith
   
John Kenneth Galbraith   Name:
John Kenneth Galbraith
Type:
Economist
Nationality:
American
Birth:
October 15, 1908
Death:
April 29, 2006
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