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“I accept the global complex and global trade more than do some of my liberal colleagues because I consider this a wise alternative to national tension and conflict.”

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John Kenneth Galbraith

John Kenneth Galbraith was a renowned economist known for his research on economic cycles, market structures, and government policies. His works have had a profound impact on economic theory and policy practice. more

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