Liberal Rules

June 29, 2002

By Douglas B. Wakeman

1. An illusion of intellectual superiority.

2. A disdain for or hatred of capitalism.

3. A disdain for or hatred of the notion of property rights.

4. A belief in the perfectibility of people and governments.

5. A penchant for "social justice", and a belief that this ephemeral goal can be achieved through laws, regulations and government programs.

6. Envy and hatred of the rich and successful, even if it is themselves.

7. An inability to recognize the immense achievements of western civilization.

8. A religious fervor in promoting all of the above and suppressing all other beliefs, philosophies and value systems.

9. A hatred of all things of which they are a part:

a) They will hate corporations while collecting a corporate paycheck.

b) They will hate capitalism while participating in the market.

c) They will hate private property while owning a home.

d) They will hate America while refusing to LEAVE!