You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time.
Showman, circus, hoaxes
You can fool some of the people all of the time, and all of the people some of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the time.
Showman, circus, hoaxes
Widely attributed, though its exact origin and whether he said it is debated. Often found in anecdotes about him.
1860s-1880s (approx)
Found in 2 providers: grok,gemini
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"I must confess that I am a humbug. I have always been a humbug."
Controversial"The public likes to be gulled."
Controversial"Clowns are the pegs on which the circus is hung."
Strange & Unusual"The public likes to be astonished, and it likes to be amused."
Humorous"Keep your eyes open, and your mouth shut."
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