Planet SoC

But we mustn’t regulate [the bankers], because then we run the risk of driving them out of the country. Maybe this argument will catch on during burglaries. If the thief is caught running out of the house with the jewelry, he’ll say: “Don’t try and stop me, or you might frighten me off, and I’ll leave the house altogether.” Then the family will discuss the matter, saying: “Hmm, he’s got a point,” and instead warn the burglar that if he keeps doing it, he’ll be a fool to himself, as there’ll be nothing left to rob.

~ Mark Steel