When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first thing…

P. J. O'Rourke
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When buying and selling are controlled by legislation, the first things to be bought and sold are legislators. ✨ P J O'Rourke (1992). Parliament of Whores-Open Mark, Vintage Books USA
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