Political Quotes

“there is an old saying that ``there is no such thing as a free lunch,'' but what about other things? What about free Spanish language driver's education classes? What about free backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and school supplies in the month before school starts? What about free financial wellness workshops, free turkeys in the week before Thanksgiving? These thing are all given away at events hosted by the LIBRE Initiative--a self-described grassroots organization dedicated to a ``free and open society.'' The events were held in Latino communities throughout the country, including Las Vegas, Miami, and Orlando. People attending these events were asked to fill out a questionnaire. Questions included: ``Are you more likely to vote for a Republican or a Democrat in the 2016 election?'' ``Do you feel the government should increase or decrease Federal spending in order to improve the economy?'' ``What is your name, email address, and telephone number?'' People actually had to hand over their personal data in exchange for the free stuff. So the stuff wasn't really free after all--but close enough, right? Well, in a career spent as a prosecutor, I have learned one thing: Always follow the money. If you follow the money just one step back, you learn that LIBRE is a shell organization funded by Charles and David Koch, two of the most powerful men in American politics.…”