The latest scam is to run it as a ponzi scheme, stealing from future generations who are just now entering primary school.
"The trouble with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money" - Margaret Thatcher
I know it’s considered a “liberal” thing around here to question the good intentions or existence of a federal government protected monopoly, but it looks like we might be nearing the end of the ability to do these shenanigans without adverse consequences that are noticeable to the typical idiot on the street who thinks they’re free because they can choose to drink Miller Lite or Bud Lite.
I don’t believe the stock market is up not because they love Obamacare. I think it’s a hedge against (hyper?)inflation.
Maybe people around here who like command-and-control of the money system will start to understand why some talked about that “kooky” or “liberal” idea of sound money.
Do I have to say I’m not a “gold-bug” but rather a “freedom-bug”?