Quote by Milton Friedman

Underlying most arguments against the free market is a lack of belief in freedom itself.

Underlying most arguments against the free market is a lack

Summary

This quote suggests that many individuals who argue against the free market system actually have a deeper issue with the concept of freedom itself. The quote contends that their opposition to the free market is not based on practical or rational reasons, but rather rooted in a disbelief or disregard for the importance of personal freedoms and individuals' ability to make their own choices. It implies that these individuals may prefer a more centralized or controlled system in which personal freedoms are limited in favor of other goals or ideologies.

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Freedom

By Milton Friedman

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