
The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of the blessings. The inherent blessing of socialism is the equal sharing of misery.
-Winston Churchill
The only difference between a tax man and a taxidermist is that the taxidermist leaves the skin.
-Mark Twain
The ultimate result of shielding men from the effects of folly is to fill the world with fools.
-Herbert Spencer, English Philosopher (1820-1903)
There is no distinctly Native American criminal class...save Congress.
-Mark Twain
What this country needs are more unemployed politicians.
-Edward Langley, Artist (1928 - 1995)
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
-Thomas Jefferson
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Retired - Athens, GA
Kathleen - some great thoughts. Try reading some HL Menken. Here is one for starters
I believe that all government is evil, and that trying to improve it is largely a waste of time.
Jan 20, 2009 10:48 PM
America's 1st Choice RH Realty Co., Inc. - Green, OH
Summit County Realtor
Hi Kathleen - All of these quotes express a distrust for government and politicians. The only difference between the criminal element is that one breaks the law for personal benefit while the other makes laws to accomplish the same.
Jan 21, 2009 01:11 AM
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty - York, PA
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Broker/Short Sale & Staging Specialist - Crosby, MN
Keller Williams Realty Professionals
Caren - Well we are about to find out whether that quote is applicable to these times , aren't we?
Jan 21, 2009 01:16 PM
Broker/Short Sale & Staging Specialist - Crosby, MN
Keller Williams Realty Professionals
Broker/Short Sale & Staging Specialist - Crosby, MN
Keller Williams Realty Professionals

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