One of the things the government can't do is run anything. The only things our government runs are the post office and the railroads, and both of them are bankrupt.

Summary

This quote suggests that the government is incompetent in managing and operating entities effectively. It points out that the only two things the government directly manages, the post office and the railroads, are both financially struggling. The implication is that the government's involvement in running these institutions has led to their bankruptcy, indicating a lack of efficiency and competence in governance. The quote may reflect a critical perspective on the government's ability to effectively handle important sectors of the economy.

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