Even I Say Clever Things
(every once in a while!)

"Promoters of big government programs should note that there are no famous quotes from brilliant people extolling increasing the size or power of government."

Liberal hypocrisy - "Freedom of speech, as long as you agree with what I say."
Conservative hypocrisy - "Liberty for all, unless I do not like that with which YOU would take liberty."

"...the MOST partisan people in the country are those who demand bi-partisanship (usually liberals demanding things their way)."

"I cast my first vote for Ronald Reagan - it was the last time I voted FOR a President rather than against his opponent. Ronald Reagan will be remembered as the greatest President since before the Civil War. The Gipper's spirit will be even more effective having been released from his earthly confines, heaven is a better place."

"The downside of the Reagan legacy is the attraction of religious zealots to the Republican Party. They were interested in Reagan's right-to-life policy, but had no interest in limited government. Those single issue voters are repelling limited government advocates who do not pass their litmus test."

"I do not believe in ideological purism - compromise is necessary in all groups greater than one."

"By modern standards I am an extremist. But I know I can more easily achieve what I need to achieve by moving incrementally."

"Refusing to support the "lesser of two evils" is de facto support for the greater evil. When caught between 'not good' and bad, no victory can be claimed by sitting out the battle."

"A performer who expects to forge political opinion because of their fame, should expect to have their performance judged based upon that political expression."

"Actors, artists, singers, and athletes are "entertainers." They are paid OUTRAGEOUS sums of money to entertain. Characterized as a group, they tend to lack education and intelligence. Entertainers have the absolute right to express their opinions, and appear stupid. They also have the right to SHUT UP and entertain us. If entertainers want to direct the country they should face the American electorate."