Someone else's "random"

I've long been a fan of Thomas Sowell's essays and writings. His common sense and conservative values mesh with a deep understanding of economic realities and give commentary that cuts right to the heart of the issues. He's a true treasure and a light in the darkness enveloping this country (if only our government would listen).

I'm used to analysis and commentary from him, so seeing this article today made me chuckle a bit.  Seems I'm not the only one who needs to clear their mind of accumulated flotsam on occasion.  A few favorites:

We seem to be living in an age when nobody can be bothered to answer their telephone, but everybody has a recorded message telling us how important our phone call is to them.

It doesn't seem very scientific to have a good-looking nurse taking a man's blood pressure.

At one time, it was well understood that adversity taught valuable lessons, which reduce the probability of repeating foolish decisions. But, today, the welfare state shields people from the consequences of their own mistakes, allowing irresponsibility to continue and to flourish among ever wider circles of people.