Ronald Reagan in Government Bullies, by Senator Rand Paul (R, KY)

On Principles & Values: 9 scariest words: I'm from the government & I'm here to help

Ronald Reagan famously said, "The 9 most terrifying words in the English language are, 'I'm from the government and I'm here to help.'" 3 decades later, American life is micromanaged at every imaginable level. Citizens' basic day-to-day activities are subject to government scrutiny. We endure a federal government that has invaded virtually every aspect of our lives--from light bulbs, to toilets, to lemonade stands and beyond.

Our federal government regulates everything and anything. How much water goes into you commode. How much water comes out of your showerhead. The temperature of the water in your washing machine. How many miles to the gallon your car must get.

Source: Government Bullies, by Rand Paul, p. xxiii Sep 12, 2012

The above quotations are from Government Bullies How Everyday Americans Are Being Harrassed, Abused, And Imprisoned by the Feds by Rand Paul. Click here for main summary page. Click here for a profile of Ronald Reagan. Click here for Ronald Reagan on all issues.
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