Freedom is unlikely to be lost all at once and openly. It is far more likely to be eroded away, bit by bit, amid glittering promises and expressions of noble ideals.
Thomas SowellIn this era of political correctness, some people seem unaware that being squeamish about words can mean being blind to realities.
Thomas SowellHelping those who have been struck by unforeseeable misfortunes is fundamentally different from making dependency a way of life.
Thomas SowellIt is amazing how many people seem to think that the government exists to turn their prejudices into law.
Thomas SowellThe biggest myth about labor unions is that unions are for the workers. Unions are for unions, just as corporations are for corporations and politicians are for politicians.
Thomas SowellHaving spent years ruining the housing markets with their interference, leading to a housing meltdown that has taken the whole economy down with it, politicians have now moved on into micro-managing automobile companies and medical care. They are not going to stop unless they get stopped. And that is not going to happen until the voters recognize the fact that political rhetoric is no substitute for competence.
Thomas Sowell