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[Homestead] On the immutable cleverness of politicians

From: Gene GeRue <genegerue AT ruralize.com>
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Subject: [Homestead] On the immutable cleverness of politicians
Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2007 07:24:01 -0700

I think all laws should be given a sunset provision with strict performance
points for renewal.

Just happened across this:
"Many thought bathing was a health hazard. In 1835, the Common Council of Philadelphia almost banned wintertime bathing (the ordinance failed by two votes). Ten years later, Boston forbade bathing except on specific medical advice."

From History of Plumbing in America
http://www.theplumber.com/usa.html

Found via the Journey to Forever site.

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