The socialist system, however, forbids this fundamental freedom to choose one's own career. Under socialist conditions, there is only one economic authority, and it has the right to determine all matters concerning production.
Ludwig von MisesIn the bureaucratic machine of socialism the way toward promotion is not achievement but the favor of the superiors.
Ludwig von MisesInflation is the true opium of the people and it is administered to them by anticapitalist governments and parties.
Ludwig von MisesHe who accepts life for what it is and never allows himself to be overwhelmed by it does not need to seek refuge for his crushed self-confidence in the solace of a 'saving lie'. If the longed-for success is not forthcoming, if the vicissitudes of fate destroy in the twinkling of an eye what had to be painstakingly built up by years of hard work, then he simply multiplies his exertions. He can look disaster in the eye without despairing.
Ludwig von Mises