My people and I," he said, "have come to an agreement which satisfies us both. They are to say what they please, and I am to do what I please. (Frederick II of Prussia)

My people and I," he said, "have come to an agreement which satisfies us both. They are to say what they please, and I am to do what I please.

Frederick II of Prussia

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