The Threat of Statism: A Warning from Congress, 1946-04-30

In a speech given in the House of Representatives, Honorable George B. Schwabe criticizes the government's increasing control over the economy and individual freedoms. He argues against the appointment of bureaucrats to make laws and calls for a return to a system where laws are enacted by elected representatives. Schwabe warns against the dangers of government control and the potential for a dictatorial regime to emerge if the current trend continues. He emphasizes the importance of preserving American ideals and the principles of free enterprise.