Quote by P. J. O'Rourke

Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys.

Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey

Summary

This quote implies that entrusting governments with money and power can lead to negative consequences akin to giving teenagers alcohol and car keys. It suggests that governments may misuse or abuse these resources, potentially leading to negative outcomes such as corruption, ineffectiveness, or mismanagement. Just as teenagers might make irresponsible and dangerous decisions under the influence, the quote suggests that governments may be similarly prone to misuse the authority and resources bestowed upon them.

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Government

By P. J. O'Rourke

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