Alistair Cooke
1908 - 2004
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Biography
Alistair Cooke was a British-born American journalist, television personality, and broadcaster. He is best known for hosting the television series 'Masterpiece Theatre' and for his long-running radio show 'Letter from America'. Cooke was a versatile and prolific writer, covering a wide range of topics including politics, culture, and history. His insightful commentary and eloquent storytelling captivated audiences on both sides of the Atlantic.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
There is no such thing as a new idea. It is impossible. We simply take a lot of old ideas and put them into a sort of mental kaleidoscope.
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A professional is someone who can do his best work when he doesn’t feel like it.
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The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
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The atom bomb was no 'great decision.' It was used in the war, and for your information there were more people killed by fire bombs in Tokyo than dropping of the atomic bombs accounted for. It was merely another powerful weapon in the arsenal of righteousness.
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No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels. Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of patriots.