As a rule the master did not believe in washing his hands. Given the need that might arise to welcome visiting dignitaries, he said, “Do you think I’m going to shake hands with a Grand Duke, a Father Abbot, or even Mr Kim with wet hands? I don’t think so.” #TolstoysTalesofTrump

May 10, 2020 · 12:05 PM UTC

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Replying to @RobertEllsberg
And anyway, would germs even dare to sully the Master's hands!