Quote by Barbara Ehrenreich

That's free enterprise, friends: freedom to gamble, freedom to lose. And the great thing - the truly democratic thing about it - is that you don't even have to be a player to lose.

That's free enterprise, friends: freedom to gamble, freedom

Summary

This quote emphasizes the concept of free enterprise by highlighting the inherent freedom and risks associated with it. It suggests that in a free market system, individuals have the liberty to take chances, make gambles, and potentially experience losses. However, what makes free enterprise truly democratic is that even those who are not actively participating in the game can also suffer the consequences of these risks. The quote underscores the notion that in a free market, both the rewards and losses are distributed among participants and non-participants alike.

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By Barbara Ehrenreich

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