[MD] A modern allegory

[Platt Holden]

[Ham] 
> Greetings, Platt --
> 
> Your allegory is well told and to the point.  What makes it especially 
> poignant in these times is that it stresses diligence in work and effort
> rather than monetary rewards.    (Judging by the current economic news,
> the 
> latter may not be around much anymore.)
> 
> It might cheer you to know that I just returned from putting in my first
> four hours as a volunteer at our local McCain Campaign headquarters.
> 
> Welcome back!

Thank you, Ham. Indeed it's cheering to know you're working to elect John 
McCain. I shudder to think about the alternative, the prophecy of F.A. 
Hayek coming true -- full speed down "The Road to Serfdom." 

Take care, my friend.
Platt