Letter: Message to planet Ayn Rand – Arizona Daily Star

Re: the July 28 column "What do we really have a 'right' to? Think principles, not entitlements."

Well, that is certainly a load of laughable pie in the sky. Message to planet Ayn Rand: Human beings live in complex societies. Human beings historically don't do too well on their own. There is a concept of civitas worth considering. Does the writer live in self-sustaining bubble out in the desert? Does he drive on the roads, does he have a library card, does he drink clean water out of a tap, does he take Social Security, does he avail himself of public services and Tucson Parks and Recreation?

There is give and take. Services are taken and payment is given. This applies morally as well. Principles are nice. But instead of citing Patrick Henry, the writer should adopt a roadway and pick up some trash. Be a citizen.

Disclaimer: As submitted to the Arizona Daily Star.

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