We know no spectacle so ridiculous as the British public in one of its periodical fits of morality

We know no spectacle so ridiculous as the British public in one of its periodical fits of morality

Thomas B. Macaulay, a prominent British historian and politician of the 19th century, was known for his sharp wit and keen observations on society. One of his most famous quotes, “We know no spectacle so ridiculous as the British public in one of its periodical fits of morality,” perfectly encapsulates his views on the fickle nature of public opinion and the hypocrisy that often accompanies moral outrage.