In a country well governed, poverty is something to be ashamed of. In a country badly governed, wealth is something to be ashamed of. — Confucius In a country well-governed, the government stays out of the economy — and all … Continue reading
Criminals and killers are not morally or psychologically strong. They only act when they see evidence that their intended victims are weak. As with purse-snatchers and serial killers, so too with Islamic fundamentalists who kill American diplomats. For years, especially … Continue reading
1) Jobs are created by regulating businesses; 2) Wealth is created by increasing taxes; 3) Racism and sexism are bad — except when promoted by Islamic fundamentalists, for whom we must show reverence and respect; 4) Food stamps and other … Continue reading
Advocates of individual rights sometimes debate whether it’s better to vote for the Republican, or to abstain altogether (or vote for a third-party candidate with zero possibility of victory.) I like the way Ayn Rand put it back in 1972, … Continue reading
I recently saw a pro-Obama bumper sticker. It reads: “Obama Cares.” Oh, really? Cares about … what? Based on his actions, Obama cares about: 1) Raising income taxes on those who make more than $250,000 a year. Never mind that … Continue reading
In response to being called a ‘right-wing nut job’ by Obama’s former press secretary Robert Gibbs, Donald Trump said the following: ‘The Obama representatives like Robert Gibbs attack people viciously, but people like me will not be silent and will … Continue reading
Conclusion of yesterday’s column. Elizabeth’s naivetis staggering and self-evident. She lives off her wealthy parents and demands that ‘society’ give away all its money, by force if necessary. She denies the right of the shoe storeowner to his private property. … Continue reading
Many television viewers are currently enthralled with the series, ‘Downton Abbey.’ Ripples of early 1930s Socialism, reflected in the 1971 British TV period drama, ‘Upstairs, Downstairs,’ the precursor to ‘Downtown Abbey,’ are making waves in modern America. Unfortunately, now we … Continue reading
A DrHurd.com reader comments: Obama makes clear that he has no concept of individual rights. To say that “foremost among [our rights] is freedom of religion” puts religious freedom above life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, which are all … Continue reading
Mitt Romney has been accused by Obama supporters of murdering a woman by “taking away” her health insurance. They’re counting, of course, on nobody asking any critical questions such as, “What does taking away actually mean?” You cannot “take away” … Continue reading
Traditionally, it’s conservatives or anyone not of the “liberal” persuasion who’s considered racist. In fact, every time somebody takes a position not consistent with socialism or welfare statism, he or she is labeled a “hater” or a “racist.” If you … Continue reading
Bill Clinton’s popularity is reportedly at a record high. He would probably beat anyone — Romney or Obama — if running in 2012. This suggests that most people still want a liberal Democratic President, only not Obama. Yet this begs … Continue reading