Milton FriedmanMilton Friedman, (1912-2006) Nobel Prize-winning economist, economic advisor to President Ronald Reagan, "ultimate guru of the free-market system"

Milton Friedman Quote

“Hell hath no fury like a bureaucrat scorned.”

Milton FriedmanMilton Friedman
~ Milton Friedman
(1912-2006) Nobel Prize-winning economist, economic advisor to President Ronald Reagan, "ultimate guru of the free-market system"

Government , Justice , Politics , Tyranny , Usurpation , Virtue , Terrorism , Bureaucracy

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Mike, Norwalk
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Mike, Norwalk    7/18/06

I have witnessed first hand the accuracy of the quote.

E Archer, NYC
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E Archer, NYC    7/18/06

Parties may come and go, but bureaucracies never die. Never piss off a clerk with a pension...

Ken, Allyn, WA
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Ken, Allyn, WA    7/18/06

That's right, Archer. If you're looking for someone to bribe, find the real power. Look for the secretary.

jim k, Austin
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jim k, Austin    1/31/20

Ain't it the truth.

Fredrick William Sillik, Anytown
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    Fredrick William Sillik, Anytown    6/2/25

    Folks you'll know a person has won the nobel prize when they start spewing out worthless  impertinent irrelevant childishness.  We need motivated, inspired individuals making significant contributions to our community, and it assists quite effectively by being one of these inspiring contributors. 

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