What does it mean when Republicans and Democrats alike warn us about the 'pain' involved in cutting government spending - in their spending less of our money? For the average citizen, what pain is there in his keeping more of his money to invest it the way he wants? Taxes cost people. Tax cuts do not cost government.

Once I decide to do something, I want to win in the worst way. I will do anything within the law to win.

The gentle government that promises to hold your hand as you cross the street refuses to let go on the other side.

What does it mean when Republicans and Democrats alike warn us about the 'pain' involved in cutting government spending - in their spending less of our money? For the average citizen, what pain is there in his keeping more of his money to invest it the way he wants? Taxes cost people. Tax cuts do not cost government.

[Statists] believe that government should make decisions for individuals. Since individuals usually prefer to make their own decisions, coercion and compulsion become necessary correctives.

The opposite of security is insecurity, and the only way to overcome insecurity is to take risks.

I hope that by joining The Giving Pledge, it will encourage others to do the same.