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Quote by H. L. Mencken on Elections and Corruption

„Every election is a sort of advance auction sale of stolen goods.“

H. L. MenckenH. L. Mencken describes elections as an advance auction sale of stolen goods – a critique of corruption and abuse of power.
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Henry Louis Mencken, commonly known as H. L. Mencken in America, was an American writer, journalist, literary critic, columnist, satirist, and cultural critic of German descent.

This quote criticizes the corruption and manipulation often associated with political elections.


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Henry Louis Mencken (1880–1956) was an influential American writer, journalist, and critic of German heritage. Known for his sharp social commentary and satire, he addressed issues of culture, politics, and society.

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