Albert Jay Nock Quote on Politics and Public Service

„When politicians say "I'm in politics," it may or may not be possible to trust them, but when they say, "I'm in public service," you know you should flee.“

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Albert Jay Nock was an American libertarian author, editor, educational theorist, Georgist, and social critic.

Critical view on political statements and public service by Albert Jay Nock.


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Albert Jay Nock quote about politics and public service

Albert Jay Nock (1870–1945) was a prominent American writer and social critic known for his libertarian views and critique of the state. He was also an editor and educational theorist and supported the economic philosophy of Georgism.

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