We live in an age of political envy. This is not the same thing as political jealousy. Jealousy is manifested in this statement: You have what I want. I want to take it from you. I will be better off after I take it from you. Political jealousy then concludes: “Let’s make a deal. I won’t attempt to take everything you own if you will buy me off in advance.” Political envy is very different. Envy is manifested in this statement: You have what I want. I know there is nothing I can do to get what you have. So, … Continue reading Envy and Oil