Adam Smith Quote - Liberty Quotes Blog

"Men desire to have some share in the management of public affairs
chiefly on account of the importance which it gives them."

by:	Adam Smith (1723-1790) Scottish philosopher and economist
Source:	An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations par. IV.7.160
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Categories:	Government, Greed, Hypocrisy, NWO, Politics, Power
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Not always so... -- Robert, Sarasota
True more often than not. -- E Archer, NYC
Congress and the Senate are perfect examples. -- Joe, Rochester, MI
It is that very perception that makes government act as though they are superior to the Constitutional sovereigns. -- Mike, Norwalk
I actually can't think of any other reason than self-importance to seek public office, except ancillary ones such as the modest pay and a few perqs, or fringe benefits. If it turns out well, however, it can provide ample after effects of high paying speaking engagements and book sales. -- Jack, Green, OH
-- Anonymous, Reston, VA US
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