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Re: The NewMutant Capitalism
P.J. O’Rourke comment:
Mr. Sworder, If I’m remembering the Churchill quotation correctly, you mean “Democracy is the worst form of government – except for all the others that have been tried.” Wise words from a wise man. And you are one too!
Being a mid-war (II) baby the current issue Letter From the Editor hit the spot. – John F Pearson
P.J. O’Rourke comment:
Mr. Pearson, As a very early Baby Boomer, I’m not far behind you. Honestly, kids today! (And by “kids” I mean everyone under 50.) Who gets ‘em?
Re: Our newest readers sound off
I hate you! The last thing I need in my life now is a new obsession. Well guess what American Consequences is becoming? I hate having an addictive personality. Especially in my home state of Washington. Pot is legal here and we make some of the best beer and wine in the world! – Tracy Ellis Mr. Ellis, I fear that some of the economic news we bring you in American Consequences , may be best consumed with a roach clip and a tall cold one on hand? When I was 16 years old in 1979, my favorite magazine (next to Penthouse ) was National Lampoon . The 1st time I became aware of the name ‘PJ O’Rourke’ was after reading a piece about a family vacation (Vacation ‘55?). It was one of the most hilarious things I had ever read and I became a big fan of yours, P.J. O’Rourke comment:
Re: Our August Inbox
PJ, top dollar to you for your replies. Everyone must read as much as possible from all quarters. The ignorance of so many – particularly among the hysterical/ dogmatic single-issue campaigners – is truly alarming, but I guess it has been since time immemorial. We might rail against, pour scorn on, and deride our politicians, but voters get the Government we deserve; it reflects our choices. Maybe that’s why so many are so angry – they seem themselves! Such is functioning democracy, and you will know Churchill’s immortal reflection on democracy. I really enjoy your writing and am reading your Wealth of Nations . – Colin Sworder, U.K.
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