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COMMENT: Some listeners/readers might wonder why we refer to the “progressive” sector as “the so-called progressive sector.”
Just examine who Darth Nader is championing in the 2016 Presidential race–Rand Paul, who idolizes the Koch brothers.
Well, we guess that is the only way that he could top off having helped put George Bush in office in 2000.
Any questions?
“Ralph Nader Wants Liberals to Back Rand Paul. Don’t Do It” by Bill Scher; The Week; 5/1/2014. [7]
This week, Ralph Nader returned to the political stage with a new book, Unstoppable, whose triumphant subtitle is The Emerging Left-Right Allianceto Dismantle the Corporate State. To kick off his publicity tour, he has argued that liberals should “definitely” impeach President Barack Obama, abandon the “international militarist” Hillary Clinton, and instead embrace Sen. Rand Paul (R‑Ky.) as a possible leader of his dream coalition. [8] . . .
“The 100 Most Influential People: Charles Koch & David Koch” [9]by Rand Paul; Time [9]; 4/16/2015. [9]
Idea Men
Charles and David Koch are well known for their business success, their generous philanthropic efforts and for their focus on innovation in management. Some also know them for their activism in the political realm. All of these are important contributions to society. What is underappreciated is their passion for freedom and their commitment to ideas. Unlike many crony capitalists who troll the halls of Congress looking for favors, the Kochs have consistently lobbied against special-interest politics.
For decades they have funded institutes that promote ideas, not politics, such as Cato and the Mercatus Center. They have always stood for freedom, equality and opportunity. Consistent with their love of liberty, they have become prominent advocates for criminal-justice reform. The Koch brothers’ investment in freedom-loving think tanks will carry on for generations, reminding all of us that ideas and convictions ultimately trump all else.