Quote by P. J. O'Rourke

When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first things to be bought and sold are legislators.

When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the f

Summary

This quote highlights the issue with regulating buying and selling activities through legislation. It suggests that when laws are put in place to control these transactions, the individuals involved in making and enforcing those laws can become corrupt. The quote implies that those in power might be easily influenced and manipulated by money or other incentives provided by individuals or entities wanting to further their own interests. Consequently, this undermines the fairness and integrity of the legislative process, ultimately benefiting those who can afford to influence it.

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Politics

By P. J. O'Rourke

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