This is a great quote, and I thoroughly agree with Jim K, Austin.

I choose none of the above. I have undergone both public and private education, and let me tell you, the challenges that my private school afforded me shaped me into the individual I am today. Unfortunately for most, their continued public school education will not grant them growth opportunities on par with their private counterparts. On a side note, my entries have spell check Waffler. Maybe try using a different browser?

This quote essentially negates itself! While railing against Absolutism Buchanan leaves no room for other possibilities. A wiser man would have said, "What is right and what is practicable are USUALLY two different things.", or something to that effect.

Thomas Paine is fantastic! A true "American" political philosopher in his own right.