Quote by Milton Friedman

Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program.

Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program.

Summary

This quote suggests that government programs initially intended to be temporary often end up becoming permanent fixtures. Despite the initial intention for these programs to provide short-term solutions or address temporary needs, they tend to endure and remain in place indefinitely. It highlights the bureaucratic nature of government systems and the difficulty in dismantling established programs once they are established. This warning serves as a reminder that even temporary solutions can have lasting effects and should be carefully considered before implementation.

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Government

By Milton Friedman

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