Beware of State 'Progress' by Gail Jarvis
But how can do-gooders create a problem of such magnitude that only massive government intervention can solve it? First, they look at society and select something that seems to be "inappropriate" and make it an issue. Then they "language" it. They construct words and phrases to portray the problem as being "out-of-control" and then a "crisis." Their clever language is bolstered by questionable facts and statistics. Next, an obliging media reports anecdotal stories to support the manufactured crisis. And, finally, a self-serving member of Congress sees the new crisis as a way to gain headlines and introduces legislation to remedy the odious epidemic.


- posted by SARTRE @ 7:01 AM