Son, you’re old enough to know the truth about the invisible hand

…we honestly believed that you would understand and feel comforted by the idea that a system based on each person exclusively pursuing their own selfish economic interest would somehow ultimately ensure the greater good. I realize now that this sounds batshit crazy, but it sure made us feel better about voting for lower property taxes while sending you to private school.

McSweeney’s nails it once again

If only my own parents had been as honest with me.