The Federal Reserve and Congress have systematically taught the American people to trust the government and that caution in spending is harmful to the economy.

History has shown that the masses have been quite receptive to the promises of authoritarians which are rarely if ever fulfilled.

Remember, politicians get votes by promising everything to everyone, always at the expense of some other invisible taxpayers.

With the exception of the military industrial complex, we all want a more peaceful world.

Mr. Speaker, I once again find myself compelled to vote against the annual budget resolution for a very simple reason: it makes government bigger.

I have come to one firm conviction after these many years of trying to figure out the plain truth of things. The best chance for achieving peace and prosperity, for the maximum number of people worldwide, is to pursue the cause of liberty. If you find this to be a worthwhile message, spread it throughout the land.

I'm not against the FBI investigation in doing a proper role, but I'm against the FBI spying on people like Martin Luther King. I'm against the CIA fighting secret wars and overthrowing government.