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Oct 6Liked by Scott Delaney

"Thomas Sowell noted that "much of the government operates outside of the democratic process, where bureaucrats make decisions without accountability or transparency." Trump's willingness to confront these bureaucratic strongholds, albeit imperfectly, aligns with the goal of limiting government's reach."

2 things should be noted

1. The Federal Register has 70,000 pages of federal regulations. Many of them carry criminal penalties. Probably not much better with State/Local regulations.

2. The Counties around Washington DC are some of The wealthiest in the country. What do they Produce? (See #1)

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Indeed. It is beyond the swamp. We need a great culling… of laws.

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Oct 6Liked by Scott Delaney

FYI Strategy Page keyword Corruption

https://www.strategypage.com/default.aspx#gsc.tab=0&gsc.q=Corruption&gsc.sort=

Corruption is a leading cause of problems in The World Today.

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Makes absolute sense. When the rules are simple, predictable, and fair, people flourish.

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Even better reading the second time.

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Thanks! And, yes. I returned the library book. It was late. I owe you money… if late fees are still socially acceptable.

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I had renewed it. They have a great app.

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Glad you got your key board back. Couldn't have written this on your phone. Good job!

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Thanks Terry!

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