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Meaning
The quote argues that when government tightly regulates markets, corruption can spread into politics itself. It suggests that lawmakers may become targets for bribery or influence once buying and selling are controlled by law.
When It Was Said
1991
Who It Was Said To
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Historical Context
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Source
Parliament of Whores-Open Mark (1992)
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
The phrase appears in the book "Parliament of Whores-Open Mark (1992)" by P. J. O'Rourke (Google Books snippet); no earlier source was checked.
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About P. J. O'Rourke
American author, journalist, and political satirist
P. J. O'Rourke was an American author, journalist, and political satirist. He wrote on politics and on subjects as varied as cars, etiquette, and economics, and 481 quotes are listed on the site. He published twenty-two books. Among them, Parliament of Whores and Give War a Chance both reached No. 1 on The New York Times bestseller list. His work is associated with sharp political satire and wide-ranging social commentary.
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