The true principle of taxation is the benefit principle - those who benefit from a government service should pay for it. It's… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Today's political leaders demonstrate their low opinion of the public with every social law they pass. They believe that, if given the right to chose, the citizenry will probably make the wrong choice. Legislators do not think any more in terms of persuading people; they feel the need to force their agenda on the public at the point of a… — Mark Skousen Copy Share
Who uses funds more productively - private citizens or the government? I dare say that Warren Buffett can use his surplus funds… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Life is full of joys and sorrows, much of it our own making. Sadly, the West has voted time and time again… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Here in America, government began as a tool to assure freedom. It gradually turned into a hideously expensive political toy designed to… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
The income tax is flawed for a number of reasons - it discourages economic growth and encourages a bloated government. — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
You can give your Social Security check to any organization, public or private, or to individuals. You can donate it to your… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
The true principle of taxation is the benefit principle - those who benefit from a government service should pay for it. It's also known… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
In the early 1980s, I burned my Social Security card at the New Orleans Investment Conference in protest of the state pension system. — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Today's political leaders demonstrate their low opinion of the public with every social law they pass. They believe that, if given the right to chose, the citizenry will probably make the wrong choice. Legislators do not think any more in terms of persuading people; they feel the need to force their agenda on the public at the point of a… — Mark Skousen Copy Share
Fraud is common when you give away billions. Fraud related to Hurricane Katrina spending is estimated to top $2 billion. In addition, debit cards… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Banking technology has made it simple and efficient to invest in good causes. — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
We should not forget the principles of Christian mercy and justice: to welcome back those who are repentant and need our assistance, while encouraging… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Contrary to what President Obama said in his inaugural address, going on Medicare and food stamps does not strengthen us. Just ask people who… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Taxation is the price we pay for failing to build a civilized society. The higher the tax level, the greater the failure. A centrally… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
In short, my vision of a responsible free society is one in which we discourage evil, but do not prohibit it. We make our… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
Who uses funds more productively - private citizens or the government? I dare say that Warren Buffett can use his surplus funds more effectively… — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
The profit motive promotes economic growth by creating better products at cheaper prices. — Mark Skousen Copy Share Image
