https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/04/13/as-the-world-turns-and-turns/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usThu, 11 Jun 2026 12:23:38 -0400<![CDATA[Two news stories illustrate how the law of unintended consequences operates in public policy. The Daily Mail describes what happens when not enough resources for treating mouth disease are coupled with increased funding for tooth extractions. Amy King from Plymouth provides the headline: &#8216;I couldn&#8217;t find a dentist&#8230; Now, aged 21, I&#8217;ve had to have all my teeth removed&#8217;. It makes some sort of sense. No teeth, no problem.]]>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:29:24 -0400<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2009/04/13/as-the-world-turns-and-turns-n187890