Alcohol is necessary for a man so that he can have a good opinion of himself, undisturbed by the facts
Alcohol is necessary for a man so that he can have a good opinion of himself, undisturbed by the facts
Finley Peter Dunne, an American humorist and journalist, is best known for his character Mr. Dooley, an Irish-American bartender who dispenses witty and satirical commentary on politics and society. One of Mr. Dooley's most famous quotes is, "Alcohol is necessary for a man so that he can have a good opinion of himself, undisturbed by the facts." This quote encapsulates Dunne's keen observation of human nature and the role that alcohol plays in bolstering one's self-esteem.