Robert Orben

Robert Orben was an American professional comedy writer and magician. He was born in New York City on March 4, 1927. He wrote multiple books on comedy, mostly collections of gags and "one-liners" originally written for his newsletter, Orben's Current Comedy. He also wrote books for magicians. Later, Orben moved into politics, and in 1973 he became head speechwriter to Vice President Gerald R. Ford. He died at a nursing home in Alexandria, Virginia, on February 2, 2023, at the age of 95.

Here are some of his most famous quotes:

* "If you find that education costs a lot, try ignorance."
* "The error is human - and blaming a computer is even more so."
* "A pessimist is someone who looks at the doughnut and sees the hole. An optimist is someone who looks at the hole and sees the doughnut."
* "A diplomat is someone who can tell you to go to hell in such a way that you actually look forward to the trip."
* "A politician is someone who will promise to build a bridge even where there is no river."

Orben's work has been praised by many comedians and writers, including Bob Newhart, Johnny Carson, and George Carlin. He was a true master of comedy, and his work will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.