William Watson: ‘Free’ but dumb vs. freedom
As an educated population should understand, controlling prices leads to many bad outcomes. What's our excuse for not knowing that?
William Watson's recent commentary in the Financial Post has delved into the complex relationship between freedom and stupidity, drawing parallels to the late Rod Liddle's writing style. Liddle, a former columnist for The Spectator, was known for his outrageous, dark, and rude humor, which often poked fun at hypocritical moralizers.
Despite his provocative nature, Liddle also had the ability to challenge hypocritical viewpoints, even when he disagreed with them. Watson's article highlights the paradox of embracing freedom while simultaneously recognizing the dangers of unfettered stupidity.
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