Toqueville wrote:
"Democracy extends the sphere of individual freedom; socialism restricts it. Democracy attaches all possible value to each man; socialism makes each man a mere agent, a mere number. Democracy and socialism have nothing in common but one word: equality. But notice the difference: while democracy seeks equality in liberty, socialism seeks equality in restraint and servitude."
I had a political science professor in college who referenced Toqueville a lot and I did not appreciate it at the time, being a dumb college kid, indoctrinated by the liberal media and schools. Now, since I have grown up and learned to think, I am grateful that this professor introduced us to these writings. All students should read Toqueville.
Truer words were never spoken. I am going to be reading through Hayek's "The Road to Serfdom" and I think I'll be posting things that strike me as I go through.
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