Congres national égyptien, Oeuvres du congrès national égyptien tenu à Bruxelles les 22… (1911)
“ Frivolity and self-indulgence, idleness and luxury corrode the life of the society, which has abandoned the noble function of self government. The grandchildren of those who made war and peace and served their country in cabinet or council remain content with a useless and aimless life of private enjoyment. The people, believing that they cannot influence the course of public affairs, become indifferent to politics, and confine their attention solely to their personal pursuits. ”
