In one of his many interesting columns that have appeared over the years, the economist, Walter Williams quoted the philosopher Bertrand Russell, suggesting that "Men are born ignorant, not stupid. They are made stupid by education." Dr.Williams also quoted Albert Einstein: "Insanity:(is) doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results."
Professor Williams wanted to know whether it was stupidity, ignorance or insanity that explained the behavior of Americans who seek government involvement in their lives.
A good percentage of Americans believe politicians are corrupt. Congress has about a 10% approval rating. This rating has been fairly consistent for some time. Folks know the poor shape of Medicaid and Medicare. And how Social Security is bankrupt. The Post Office is totally inefficient. Public schools fail to teach kids the basics. Why depend on government except for operating our defenses?
Obviously. politicians know that voters have a short memory. The media goes along with the politicians it favors.
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