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Frederic Bastiat
Dec 31, 1995
CSE 2.7 Free trade: People achieve higher incomes when they are free to trade with individuals in other countries.
The situation where candlestick makers aim to discourage the use of sunlight in favor of their candles brings up intriguing issues regarding competition, market dynamics, and consumer choice. Consider why the candlestick makers' desire to protect their interests by limiting others' sunlight use is not a socially beneficial solution, even if it is understandable. Embracing competition and prioritizing innovation will ultimately advantage both the industry and consumers.
Unfair Competition with the Sun is a condensed, CSE version of The Petition of the Candlestick Makers
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