Americans of all political persuasions are coming to the sad realization that our First Lady — a woman of undoubted talents who was a role model for many in her generation — is a congenital liar. — William Safire, January 8, 1996
I’d have said “incorrigible” rather than “congenital,” but William Safire’s 17-year-old description of our outgoing Secretary of State still resonates. “What does it matter?” she asks. Incredible!