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Quote by Ludwig von Mises

“The democracy of the market consists in the fact that people themselves make their choices and that no dictator has the power to force them to submit to his value judgments.”

Quote by Ludwig von Mises

Book:Human Action

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This comprehensive treatise delves into the theoretical foundations of economics, examining the actions and interactions of individuals and societies. It offers a detailed analysis of economic phenomena, emphasizing the role of individual human action in shaping economic outcomes. more

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Ludwig von Mises

Ludwig von Mises was a prominent economist, philosopher, and social theorist born on September 29, 1881, in Austria, and passed away on October 10, 1973. He is considered one of the most influential economists of the 20th century and a leading advocate for free-market economics. more

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