Government is full of people ...

Government is full of people who think they know what's best for others and can rationalize compelling them to accept it.
 James Cook

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It's nearly impossible for a criminal to come from a good mother.
 James Cook
No role in life is more important than to be a good mother.
 James Cook
Memory doesn't erase. The recall ability fails.
 James Cook
Government employees move up the ladder through educational credentials rather than merit. People are given jobs and promotions based on seniority, race and gender rather than ability or talent. Such a system often overlooks the deserving and rewards the incompetent. There is no payoff for achievement.
 James Cook
Animosity towards the merchant class has been around for centuries. Why? The goal of making a profit is quite obviously a self-serving motive. Other occupations, while equally self-serving, are better able to hide their motives.
 James Cook