Investing in the good things government has to offer
Ben Franklin was appalled at the rent seeking he saw as an observer of British elections in the spring of 1768:
- "Tis thought that near two millions will be spent in this election. But those who understand figures and act upon computation say the Crown has two millions a year in places and pensions to dispose of, and 'tis well worth while to engage in such a seven years lottery though all that have tickets should not get prizes."
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