“The government is huge, stupid, greedy and makes nosy, officious and dangerous intrusions into the smallest corners of life - this much we can stand. But the real problem is that government is boring. We could cure or mitigate the other ills Washington visits on us if we could only bring ourselves to pay attention to Washington itself. But we cannot.”
Quote by P. J. O'Rourke
Work
Parliament of Whores: A Lone Humorist Attempts to Explain the Entire U.S. Government
This book is a humorous take on the U.S. government, providing a satirical perspective on its workings and institutions. more
Author
P. J. O'Rourke
P. J. O'Rourke, born on November 14, 1947, is a renowned satirical writer known for his humorous and satirical commentary on political and social issues. His distinctive writing style, characterized by wit and sharpness, has won him a wide readership. more
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