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“If individuals can take from a common pot regardless of how much they put in it, each person has an incentive to be a free rider, to do as little as possible and take as much as possible because what one fails to take will be taken by someone else.”

Quote by John Stossel

Book:No, They Can't: Why Government Fails-But Individuals Succeed

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No, They Can't: Why Government Fails-But Individuals Succeed

This book delves into the inefficiencies of government and highlights the achievements of individuals in overcoming societal challenges. more

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John Stossel, born on March 6, 1947, is an American journalist known for his distinctive interviewing style and advocacy of free markets. more

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