I approbate your notion; it's as correct as a bootjack.

For nations or individuals, it's all the same, honesty _is_ the best policy, and no mistake.

That,' sais I, 'is the hill, Abednego, for Hope to pitch her tent on, and no mistake,' and I put my finger to my nose, and winked.
"'Well,' sais he, 'it is; but you are a droll feller, Slick, there is no standin' your jokes.

I'll give you leave to larf if you like, but you must give me leave to win if I can.

Good bye.