P. J. O'Rourke, (1947-2022) US humorist, journalist, & political commentator Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page P. J. O'Rourke Quote “When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first things bought and sold are legislators.”P. J. O'Rourke ~ P. J. O'Rourke (1947-2022) US humorist, journalist, & political commentator Corruption Ratings and Comments 1 Reply G.R. Gores, Stockton 7/20/10 A modern day Benjamin Franklin. Reply J Carlton, Calgary 7/20/10 Brilliantly put. 1 Reply Justin, Elkland 7/20/10 Its not funny because it's true. Reply Mike, Norwalk 7/20/10 1 Reply jim k, Austin,Tx 7/20/10 As usual, P.J. hits the nail on the head. He also said that if you think medical care is expensive now, just wait till you see how much it costs when it's free. The above quote is so simple and true that even Waffler may be able to understand it, or maybe not. Reply Me, Here 7/20/10 1 Reply E Archer, NYC 7/21/10 Reason #57 why you do not give the government the power to control buying and selling. The original intent of the Commerce Clause was to keep the States from imposing tarrifs on other States. It has since been transformed into a tool for Washington, DC to put tarrifs on EVERYONE and EVERYTHING. Reply Anon 7/21/10 One way or another that requirement will become a must do if one wishes to stay in the freedom of the U.S. 1 Reply jim k, Austin 1/15/19 Still very true. Reply Rita 1/15/19 SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This P. J. O'Rourke quote is found in these categories: Corruption quotes About P. J. O'Rourke Bio of P. J. O'Rourke Quotations by P. J. O'Rourke Books by/about P. J. O'Rourke P. J. O'Rourke videos P. J. O'Rourke on Wikipedia Astrological chart for P. J. O'Rourke