“Adam Smith pointed out that there were three things that make us more prosperous, in a general sort of way: freedom to pursue our own self-interest; specialization, which he called division of labor; and freedom of trade.”

American satirist and journalist of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, P.J. O’Rourke wrote with razor-sharp wit about politics, culture, and the absurdities of modern life. His work blended sharp observation with irreverent humor, offering incisive commentary on everything from government inefficiency to the quirks of American society.