“Competition is a powerful and essential part of this nation's economy ...” — Sam Graves Quote

“Competition is a powerful and essential part of this nation's economy and vital to cutting government costs.”

“The RFA requires federal agencies to assess the economic impact of their regulations on small firms, and if significant, consider less burdensome alternatives. Federal agencies sometimes fail to comply at all, or simply 'check the box,' fulfilling the letter of the law, while missing the purpose of the law entirely.”

“We must get government out of the way and help foster an environment where small businesses are free to grow and create jobs.”

“I won the lottery. I don't care what it costs.”

“I get by mostly on speaking engagements, but as soon as I try to pay myself, I end up having to give it back to the business to cover operating expenses or other unplanned costs.”

“Detroit is really a model for how wealthier and whiter Americans escape the costs of public goods they'd otherwise share with poorer and darker Americans.”