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“Here in the United States, we've seen the failure of mass programs of redistribution and the fiscal crises to which they give rise. And yet many continue to defend and promote them.”

Quote by Robert Sirico

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Robert Sirico
Robert Sirico

Robert Sirico is a prominent theologian and author, born on June 23, 1951. He is known for his extensive research on economic ethics and the free market economy. more

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