Quotes by Clare Boothe Luce

Clare Boothe Luce (1903-1987) was a trailblazing American playwright, journalist, and politician whose remarkable life intertwined with pivotal moments in 20th-century history. Born into a wealthy family, her sharp wit and keen intellect led her to write the acclaimed play "The Women" and serve as a U.S. ambassador to Italy. A prominent figure in both literary and political spheres, Luce championed women's rights and international diplomacy, leaving a legacy that inspires future generations to break barriers and pursue their passions fearlessly.

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"Courage is the ladder on which all the other virtues mount."

Clare Boothe Luce

"Money can't buy happiness, but it can make you awfully comfortable while you're being miserable."

Clare Boothe Luce

"A woman's best protection is a little money of her own."

Clare Boothe Luce

"The politicians were talking themselves red, white and blue in the face."

Clare Boothe Luce

"They say women talk too much. If you have worked in Congress you know that the filibuster was invented by men."

Clare Boothe Luce

"They say that women talk too much. If you have worked in Congress you know that the filibuster was invented by men."

Clare Boothe Luce

"In politics women type the letters, lick the stamps, distribute the pamphlets and get out the vote. Men get elected."

Clare Boothe Luce

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