Envoy urges M’sians to explore Nigeria Oct 5, 2009
The Nigerian government has put in place policies and programmes that guarantee a free market economy, liberalised exchange control regulations and allowed unrestricted movement of investment capital, he said. Bernama. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
As Workers Protest, Wipro May Sell French Unit Sep 26, 2009
"These are business decisions and in a free market economy, government interference will only reduce the attractiveness of the location," said a top executive at one of Indian IT firm with businesses in the US and Europe. "Wipro's decision doesn't come as a surprise. Leading European firms are shifting more of their design work to lower-cost offshore locations, particularly India and specifically Bangalore," said Peter Schumacher, president and chief executive of German management consultant... (BusinessWeek)
Take care in changing our health care system Sep 21, 2009
We must be continue to promote is free enterprise and free market economy. After all, it has worked pretty well for over 200 years. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Human rights on agenda of Russian leader's visit Sep 19, 2009
"Switzerland is in favour of Russia joining the WTO. It has improved its legal and economic conditions. It would be wise to let it join the free market economy. We'll also talk about a possible free trade agreement," he said. Human rights questions. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Top marks to Dragons for cap socialism Sep 11, 2009
The NRL salary cap has enforced a utopian socialist structure on a game of death-or-glory competition more suited to the free market economy. But St George Illawarra have taken the socialist vision to a new level this year, a decision that has proved to be the foundation of their success. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Deaths in the news: Mahelona, Rahman Sep 7, 2009
DHAKA, Bangladesh - Bangladesh's longest-serving finance minister, credited with turning the South Asian nation into a free market economy, was killed in a traffic wreck Saturday, an aide said. He was 77. (Athens Banner-Herald)
IRS would become Obamacare's enforcer... Sep 4, 2009
" So if you are uninsured, and go for care, and can't pay, you're all set for not getting care. Tossed out on the street. Yeah, that's much better. There'd be a lot more money around if we hadn't spent billions on a trumped-up war that'll drain us for the next decade. MikeH Sep 3, 2009 For those of us who support moving to a consumption-based tax such as the FairTax, this is just another glaring example of WHY we back it.It's no mystery that it is burried by the current administration and played... (The Drudge Report)
What is an American car? Sep 1, 2009
So, I felt FREE in our free market economy to shop elsewhere. Also, I try to shop locally when possible -- but when it comes to the big purchase of a new car I'll shop around and go elsewhere. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Tortuous September Ahead for Obama Sep 1, 2009
These were dysfunctional well before Bush got to office and will remain so because we cannot force the socialization of services that should be inherently private in a free market economy. Also, you cant preach change, and then fill your cabinet with the same people you reviled on the campaign trail. (CBS News)
McCaskill's Jefferson City health care forum draws boos, cheers Aug 29, 2009
boscoe wrote on Aug 28, 2009 11:24 AM:" Geoff, you have got it figured out. There is no free ride. Your employer may be "eating" the higher costs, but that is at the expense of your wages and other benefits. Wages + benefits + working conditions = total compensation. Total compensation is set by competition in the free market economy, not by your employer. If the benefit costs go up, there will be cuts in the other areas. ". devildog35 wrote on Aug 28, 2009 11:22 AM:" Geoff-f the republicans... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Banks 'Too Big to Fail' Grow Even Bigger Aug 29, 2009
This is what happens when government meddles with the free market economy ... This is what happens when government meddles with the free market economy ... it was elements of the free market economy the led to the financial disaster itself. (CBS News)
Key Dem Calls Party Moderates "Brain Dead" Aug 28, 2009
It's the only way to MAKE private insurance companies compete in this free market economy of ours. Any government health care bill WITHOUT the public option is OFF the table. (CBS News)
Don't use broken programs as templates Aug 26, 2009
The Sierra Vista Herald. Last updated on Tuesday, Aug 25, 2009 - 02:16:38 am MST. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Health care reform needed Aug 25, 2009
This principle works GREAT in consumer goods and services - it is understood in our free market economy that some people can afford MUCH more than others. But allowing services necessary for the continuation of life to be governed by the same forces devalues human life. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bipartisan Support Only With Co-Op Aug 24, 2009
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2009. Face the Nation: Senators Grassley and Conrad Both Agree Public Option Won't Pass Senate. (CBS News)
IT'S THE BIG GOVERNMENT, STUPID Aug 23, 2009
IT'S THE BIG GOVERNMENT, STUPID - New York Post. Sunday, August 23, 2009 Last Update: 04:40 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Rants & Raves Aug 22, 2009
Sam wrote on Aug 19, 2009 12:40 PM:" In response to Jeffery; to have an ideological agreement with an unrestricted free market economy is one thing. However, sweat shops are not a "natural product" capitalism, they are a natural product of human exploitation. If you want to turn a blind eye to the harm big box stores do to communities, or choose not to believe the facts, shop at Wal-Mart all you want. To say "sweatshops are not evil" is barbaric. Get out of the dark ages. ". D2 Resident wrote on... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Looking for the perfect buy Aug 15, 2009
Their confidence in the free market economy must have been shaken badly after so much wealth and asset value have been eroded by the global financial meltdown. The leveI of confidence going forward will depend on how the people perceive their general well-being and whether theres hope for the future, which depends among other things on their expectation on the health of the local and global economy. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Click to read:Free Health Clinic Lures Hundreds in L.A. Aug 14, 2009
These people are supposed to be waiting patiently for the free market economy to give them jobs so they can pay through the nose, have their claims denied and be screwed when they get sick like the rest of us. by omded August 13, 2009 8:18 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Tax code: An idea whose time has come Aug 14, 2009
There seem to be three key objectives behind the introduction of the DTC: simplification of language, resulting in lesser litigation; a law which promotes inclusive growth and yet retains the incentives for businesses to make profits; and allow businesses to function in the free market economy but with proper regulations. This article attempts to analyse some of the key provisions of the DTC in the light of the above objectives. (India Times)
Editorial: God, Save Country Aug 12, 2009
Following the free market economy policy started by the Rawlings administration and continued by ex President Kufuor, the rest of the companies, including the divested ones, are also finding it difficult to compete with imported goods produced by their counterparts in the advanced countries. This situation has arisen because whilst the Breton Woods Institutions have coaxed our governments to withdraw subsidies in most sectors of the economy, our competitors from the advanced countries have... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
DAN KLINE COLUMN: Give me some free money too Aug 12, 2009
Much like my wife and I did, people would have bought homes and vehicles when they actually needed them one of the key components of a free market economy. Incentivizing these purchases with tax dollars simply robs sales from the future and puts them into the present. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Cash for Clunkers: Trade in American, Buy Foreign Aug 11, 2009
This unintended consequence is a great illustration of what happens when the blunt tool of government subsidy is applied to the fine tuning of a free market economy. Government planners keep getting it wrong. (Townhall.com)
What would you do if youre the pay czar? Aug 5, 2009
Also, I think unions by design are a good idea, if corporations can profit in a free market economy, then why can t corporations of workers profit in a free market economy. The market should balance itself out, right. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
American Samoa gov. seeks help with minimum wage Jul 30, 2009
A minimum wage increase is counterproductive in a free market economy. Government setting wages or prices is inconsistent with basic capitalist principles. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Rep. Davis unconvinced with healthcare bill Jul 24, 2009
Ultimately, Davis thinks the Congress should pass something that is consistent with the free market economy that brings premiums and costs down. 2009 WSFA. All rights reserved. (WSJA.com, AL)
Holding Paulson Accountable For This Mess Jul 17, 2009
But that does not excuse the egregious attack on our free market economy by Paulson's bailout frenzy. I will never forgive Paulson and Bush. (CBS News)
Your Say: Do you believe China's claims? Jul 15, 2009
Your Say: Do you believe China's claims. - Business Comment - BusinessDay Blogs on WAtoday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
U.S. has efficient health care model Jul 6, 2009
This ignores the reality that the medical insurance industry, like other industries that exert an unhealthy influence on Congress, is not acting in a truly free market economy. Anyone who looks objectively at the result of decades allowing a for-profit monopoly in the provision of medical services to those of working age is forced to conclude the free market has not worked. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Some grassroots people like what Obamas doing Jun 30, 2009
When everyone is equal, that is not a free market economy. I personally disagree with the liberal notion that I am responsible for paying for someone who didn't do anything constructive with their lives. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Diplomacy: The Art of Saying "Nice Doggie" Until You Find a Rock Jun 27, 2009
Just when I thought that those in Congress responsible for the collapse of the housing market had diverted their attention to the destruction of other sectors of our free market economy (health care and energy), up pops Barney Frank and his trusty sidekick, Anthony Weiner. Turns out, they are once again pressuring Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to relax recently tightened standards on loans for new condominiums. (Townhall.com)
Thune proposal on the right track Jun 24, 2009
The government shouldn t be competing with private enterprise at its core, it s a conflict of interest and tramples on a free market economy. That simple fact resonates with a public tired of watching its government spend billions buying up pieces of the auto and banking industries. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Are You Paying Too Much to Text?Today in Washington, senators grilled the wireless industry about texting costs. Jun 17, 2009
It's a free market economy, but. So, senators have to decide whether there's a way to raise competition or lower prices. (ABC News)
With a tight economy are you changing your summer travel plans to stay closer to home? Jun 16, 2009
DB wrote on Jun 14, 2009 9:02 AM:" I'm saving my money to buy gold. I'll need it when the economy figures out that everything Obama and tax cheat Geithner are doing is destroying the free market economy that our parents and grandparents slaved to build. ". 7 comment(s). (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Smoking ban threatens to douse the hookahs Jun 1, 2009
"Besides the fact that this law is creating an elitist association between who can smoke and who can't, they're allowing government to put me out of business, and this is supposed to be a free market economy here.". Unlike bars and restaurants, which still attract customers for drinks and food despite the disappearance of ashtrays, the hookah bars could lose the reason for their existence. (News & Observer)
Few takers for social sector ministries May 21, 2009
Rural development came to metropolitan media's purview due to NREGS but sitting in the ground floor office in Krishi Bhavan, the RD minister has been the master of land resources, drinking water and endless programmes for rural India that successive governments have launched from the socialist era to the free market economy. Its budget is mind boggling. (India Times, India)
Dealer fights back to keep franchise May 20, 2009
In an impassioned, sometimes angry letter about his situation that Joseph wrote and then faxed this week to hundreds of politicians, he asked, "How can this happen in a free market economy in the United States of America?". "Sunshine Dodge," he wrote. (Florida Today)
Tunisia: Study - Ibn Khaldun, Father of Economics May 17, 2009
Yet it was Ibn Khaldun, a believer in the free market economy, who first introduced the labor theory of value without the extensions of Karl Marx. According to Ibn Khaldun, labor is the source of value. (allAfrica.com)
Country profile: Croatia May 16, 2009
He has pledged commitment to democracy and the rule of law as well as to upholding human rights and promoting a free market economy. He has said that EU and Nato membership are the top priority in foreign policy. (BBC News)
Not just the party of no, the party of hell, no! May 11, 2009
As far as the American free market economy, most of it is not free. Most new products developed in the United States are developed with government financed R&D, rather than privately finance R&D. The Government finances, on average 140,000 research projects every year, and the results go directly into the public domain. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Nigeria: Oligarchs in the Ring May 8, 2009
In the context of a transition to a free market economy, privatisation would seem a perfectly logical step to take ... I suspect that someone may have sold him the classic lie that a free market economy would thrive best if the commanding heights of national wealth are entrusted in the hands of a handful of "enterprising" individuals. (allAfrica.com)
In Perspective — Americans just don’t know May 7, 2009
So two months after the man who promised change took office, 20 percent of those polled expressed a pronounced preference for changes like the government being in charge of business instead of a free market economy. Unfortunately, the government is eager to satisfy that preference. (Brenham Banner, TX)
THE PRESIDENT'S INTERVIEW Apr 30, 2009
So we have adopted the free market economy whereby we try to get the enabling environment in place for the private sector to be at the driving seat with regards to production. Now, with slight modification, given the experience of today, which shows that leaving the economy completely to the private sector has its own inherent dangers, which is mostly responsible for what is happening in the world today due to the failure of the regulations or supervision. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
China at a crossroad: Right or left? Apr 28, 2009
They claim this road has been based on the Western values that rightists advocate, such as a free market economy and "small government". The rightists have pinned the blame for the downturn on political reform lagging behind economic reform, and not on the free market economy ... The social justice advocated by neo-leftists cannot automatically lead to national growth, while the rightists' support for a free market economy will affect inevitably affect equality levels. (Asia Times Online)
Losing a home (440) Apr 28, 2009
This is a free market economy, every person is free to shop around for a mortgage that fits their needs. What is needed is less government intrusion into the marketplace, that allows a more competive environment and one that allows companies that don't have overpriced employees to prosper. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Protesters decry bailouts, tax increases outside Missoula federal building Apr 17, 2009
Stephanie wrote on Apr 15, 2009 7:02 PM:" I believe everyone needs to learn more about economics.....specifically economic theory other than Keynesian. When the Government and the FED interfere (i.e. lower interest rates and create an unsustainable boom followed by a bust) with the natural progression of the free market economy, that is when catastrophe occurs....(read: Depression) It's a little known fact that there was actually a depression in 1920-1921. The Government DIDN'T interfere and it... (Missoulian, MT)
Fight corporate control of nations food supply Apr 13, 2009
Kevin wrote on Apr 11, 2009 6:34 AM:" Thanks Dave. Unbridled greed is certainly a huge factor, a rational level of greed and self interest keeps things moving, but when people seek to line their pockets with no thought for the repercussions of their actions you wind up with the credit crunch. I am a little glad that the new president has shown that he, like us, looks down upon those actions as well as acceptable failure, but it appears an empty gesture, the only true lesson that could have been... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
A War Fighter's Budget Apr 13, 2009
After the idiocy of the bailout programs that clearly indicate a move to alter our free market economy into a centralized micro management, and our dear leader trashing our nation for any and all real and made up wrongdoings, whoever still trusts the Pelosi, Reid and Obama triumvirate, needs a retreat into a rehab center for Kool Aid addiction. (). (Townhall.com)
COLUMN: Is this the change we hoped for? Apr 12, 2009
While it is true that Mr. Obama has not been in office that long, the changes to our free market economy so far have been enormous. Personally, I am hoping the change stops here. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Uganda: Singapore Did Not Sell Its Resources to Develop Apr 12, 2009
Whereas Uganda still holds meetings with whoever would give aid to its people, Singapore has a highly-developed and successful free market economy with stable prices. It has attracted major investment in pharmaceuticals and medical technology. (allAfrica.com)
We Must Act to Show Our Outrage! Apr 11, 2009
That's right, if you really want a "Strong Free Market Economy" where its easy to let companies fail when they screw up then you can't let those markets dwindle to a handful of players, who the *country* can't afford to let fail. This has been coming for a long time so lets not blame the current administration for a bill that's been building for decades because of corporate deregulation. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
With 'ATLAS SHRUGGED,' Hollywood may have its first anti-bailout movie... Apr 3, 2009
What Rand accurately predicted was that cronyism and incompetence would destroy the free market economy. What she failed to see is that the incompetent cronies would be the capitalists themselves, not any sort of socialist government. (The Drudge Report)
Arrogance, greed and the American way Apr 1, 2009
As a strong proponent of capitalism and the free market economy, and as a very good friend to the wage laborer, Lincoln would have been appalled by today's situation. Yet, his words from a frosty March morning in 1863 still have resonance and meaning, and we would be well advised, all of us, to pause and ponder them. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Obama Meets With Bank CEOs Mar 28, 2009
Lets keep our consumer based free market economy. Be vigilant. (CBS News)
SA in crisis - Buthelezi Mar 27, 2009
"South Africa is in desperate need of a more flexible labour market and a free market economy, but instead it is almost impossible to run a business under the strict regulations imposed by government.". Sapa. (iAfrica.com)
What are you doing to cope with the financial downturn? Mar 19, 2009
We live in a free market economy (although we might not think so with all the bailouts lately) Businesses who do well in all economic times are places like NPPD, Natural Gas Companies, and health realted busineses ... In a free market economy the businesses (and private citizens) who know how to do well and can produce at a higher level will survive. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Baird talks economy during two Longview stops Mar 15, 2009
DW wrote on Mar 14, 2009 4:13 PM:" No Nickname, when did you hear me call myself a republican? The republican party left me 20 years ago. Bush was not a conservative, and except for a couple of things, was probably the worse president in my lifetime....O.K. Carter was worse. And before you start spewing the "hate" word, I have hired lesbians and gays, and as long as they do the work that needs to be done, and work to better themselves I have no business carring which way they hold a baseball... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Government, bureaucracy and the market Mar 11, 2009
Giving the private sector liberal access to public funds is against the core of the free market economy. Such action rewards risky behavior with entitlements, and should not become a norm. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Iran's Ahmadinejad: Capitalist System Has Failed Mar 11, 2009
"The free market economy has failed.". Instead, the hard-line leader called for a new world economic system to replace capitalism that is based on respecting human rights, but did not provide any details. (Newsmax)
Iran's president blames West for economic crisis Mar 11, 2009
"The free market economy has failed." Instead, the hard-line leader called for a new world economic system to replace capitalism that is based on respecting human rights. Ahmadinejad is known for lashing out at the West, but his rhetoric has also gotten him in trouble back home. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Czech president warns: Don't endanger free markets... Mar 10, 2009
NEW YORK, March 9 (Reuters) - Massive government spending and tighter regulation would prolong recession, Czech President Vaclav Klaus said on Monday, as he urged U.S. President Barack Obama not to endanger the free market economy in his response to the financial crisis. In a speech at Columbia University in New York, Klaus, a former Czech prime minister who championed the free market after the fall of Communism 20 years ago, said he never expected to see such extensive government intervention... (The Drudge Report)
The One Thing Mar 10, 2009
According to Princeton professor Robert George, a leading pro-life voice on stem cell research, the "radicalism in the area of bioethics is on the scale of Obama's attack on the free market economy.". Column Archive. (Fox News)
Odd and ends to end the week of March 1, 2009 Mar 8, 2009
Dear WS Observer wrote on Mar 7, 2009 3:33 AM:" Again....who gives a hoot what Wall street "thinks". Wall Street geniuses have sunk the free market economy with their disgusting greed and voodoo trading mechanisms.BrianGSmith ". ClassWarrior to Dusty the Forger wrote on Mar 6, 2009 5:12 PM:" Re: "I am going to go out on a limb and predict that ClassWarrior(or, as he sometimes calls himself, Big Spender) will assert that the reason people don't want to be forced to assist or help pay for women to... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Trading Places: China and the U.S. Mar 6, 2009
But, the move in China seems to be relentlessly toward a free market economy. Because China has a rich treasury, it can afford to support a rotation to privatization without the immediate concern that its government will be troubled by huge deficits. (Time.com)
Philosophy of John Maynard Keynes Mar 5, 2009
Keynes showed how government intervention could lead to a stable free market economy. Critics deplored his principle of government intervention in the trade cycle. (Suite101.com)
