19th century Quote by Mark Skousen

No one spends someone elses money as carefully as he spends his own.

— Mark Skousen

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

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

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…

— Mark Skousen

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

Banking technology has made it simple and efficient to invest in good causes.

— Mark Skousen

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

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

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

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

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

The profit motive promotes economic growth by creating better products at cheaper prices.

— Mark Skousen