If a law could keep dangerous weapons out of the hands of dangerous people, there would be virtually no gun crime at all.

For those looking for security, be forewarned that there's nothing more insecure than a political promise.

Libertarians understand a very simple fact of life: Government doesn't work. It can't deliver the mail on time, it doesn't keep our cities safe, it doesn't educate our children properly.

Once we realize that government doesn't work, we will stop dreaming that this or that social problem can be solved by passing a law - or by creating a new government program - or by electing someone who will make Washington more efficient or cost-conscious.

The problem with politics isn't the money; it's the power.

The police can't stop an intruder, mugger, or stalker from hurting you. They can pursue him only after he has hurt or killed you. Protecting yourself from harm is your responsibility, and you are far less likely to be hurt in a neighborhood of gun-owners than in one of disarmed citizens - even if you don't own a gun yourself.

Politicians are notoriously economically illiterate. And even when they know what would be the right thing, we don't really expect them to do it.