H. L. Mencken Quotes
I am my own party.
See Thomas Jefferson for an earlier expression of individuality of political philosophy: {604927}
H. L. Mencken, 1880-1956, Journalist and Columnist, Quoted in The Washington Post Book World, November 3, 2002
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The logical conclusion of the Jeffersonian approach was perhaps best reached by H. L. Mencken: {607257}. This quotation is often used incorrectly to show that Jefferson opposed political parties. While he did in 1789, he changed his position after observing America develop. See {51500} for Jefferson’s later view.
- Born: September 12, 1880
- Died: January 29, 1956
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Journalist, Essayist, Satirist, Social Critic
Henry Louis Mencken was an American journalist, essayist, satirist, cultural critic, and scholar of American English. He commented widely on the social scene, literature, music, prominent politicians, and contemporary movements. His satirical reporting on the Scopes Trial, which he dubbed the "Monkey Trial," also gained him attention.
