John Randolph of Roanoke Quote

Never were abilities so much below mediocrity so well rewarded; no, not when Caligula's horse was made Consul.


Speech [February 1, 1828]


Never were abilities so much below mediocrity so well rewarded; no, not when Caligula's horse was made Consul.

Never were abilities so much below mediocrity so well rewarded; no, not when Caligula's horse was made Consul.

Never were abilities so much below mediocrity so well rewarded; no, not when Caligula's horse was made Consul.

Never were abilities so much below mediocrity so well rewarded; no, not when Caligula's horse was made Consul.