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Free To Choose: A Personal Statement by Milton & Rose Friedman (Kindle eBook)

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  • A powerful and persuasive discussion about economics, freedom, and the relationship between the two, from today's brightest economist.
  • In this classic discussion, Milton and Rose Friedman explain how our freedom has been eroded and our affluence undermined through the explosion of laws, regulations, agencies, and spending in Washington. This important analysis reveals what has gone wrong in America in the past and what is necessary for our economic health to flourish.

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Various Retailers have Free To Choose: A Personal Statement (eBook) by Milton Friedman & Rose Friedman on sale for $1.99.

Thanks to Community Member phoinix for sharing this deal.

Available from:Book Synopsis:
  • A powerful and persuasive discussion about economics, freedom, and the relationship between the two, from today's brightest economist.
  • In this classic discussion, Milton and Rose Friedman explain how our freedom has been eroded and our affluence undermined through the explosion of laws, regulations, agencies, and spending in Washington. This important analysis reveals what has gone wrong in America in the past and what is necessary for our economic health to flourish.

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    • This price is $8 lower (80% savings) than the digital list price of $9.99. -StrawMan86
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    • 4.7 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 1,270 customer reviews
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dalegribble22
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Can Krugman even be considered an economist anymore? Setting aside the failings or merits of his economic theories, he largely ignores economics to focus on his social and political views.
Rebate Junkie
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You're right, it is aimed at providing intellectual support for free-market advocates. But it also raises some intriguing arguments that are still applicable today, even though it was written forty years ago. For example, it argues that there is a link between increased government control of the American education system and the concurrent decline in academic performance.

This is a great deal, and thanks/rep to the original poster. But this is a popular book, so if you're not sure you'll like it, I'd first recommend seeing if you can borrow a print or e-version from your library. (Yes, I know I'm suggesting that you bypass the free market. Sue me.)
SlickDirt916
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Can't speak to the book itself, but having heard Milton, he was definitely very smart. I tend to disregard what the diehards say. The original guy/ message is usually more nuanced.

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MarloStanfieldApr 09, 2022 03:50 PM
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Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
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SlickDirt916Apr 09, 2022 04:09 PM
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Quote from MarloStanfield :
Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
Can't speak to the book itself, but having heard Milton, he was definitely very smart. I tend to disregard what the diehards say. The original guy/ message is usually more nuanced.
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johnlauApr 09, 2022 04:11 PM
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It is a good read to get a perspective on economics. The guys I like though are Stieglitz, Krugman, and Keynes.
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Rebate JunkieApr 09, 2022 04:24 PM
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Quote from MarloStanfield :
Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
You're right, it is aimed at providing intellectual support for free-market advocates. But it also raises some intriguing arguments that are still applicable today, even though it was written forty years ago. For example, it argues that there is a link between increased government control of the American education system and the concurrent decline in academic performance.

This is a great deal, and thanks/rep to the original poster. But this is a popular book, so if you're not sure you'll like it, I'd first recommend seeing if you can borrow a print or e-version from your library. (Yes, I know I'm suggesting that you bypass the free market. Sue me.)
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thecalipApr 09, 2022 04:59 PM
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Quote from MarloStanfield :
Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
Definitely worth it if you like Free Market.

You can watch his series on YouTube.
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Johnny_PApr 09, 2022 05:10 PM
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I read this about a decade ago. The paperback version is super hard to find and got my hands on a copy. Friedman is lauded by the right. Being a centrist and a capitalist, I found the book to be engaging. If you can, YouTube his PBS series which aired in the 80s, it's very good! I might drop 2 bucks for their version, totally worth it.
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JoshS6676Apr 09, 2022 05:13 PM
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Quote from MarloStanfield :
Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
I read it in an econ class in college. Back when it was written it was quite a new concept. If you want the free summary, Google "Milton Friedman Donahue show" and watch the two times he was on there.
I liked the book.
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johnlauApr 09, 2022 05:48 PM
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Quote from MarloStanfield :
Sounds like it would just preach to the choir if you aren't a fan of government oversight. Can anyone chime in if it's worth a read?
I've always been a fan of exposing yourself to different views, including ones you wouldn't agree with. If you read this, I think you'll gain an understanding of one of, if not the biggest, influencers on conservative and Republican thinking and policy making starting from the Regan administration and beyond.

And yes, Milton is a very smart guy.
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xhonziApr 09, 2022 05:49 PM
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Great book!
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3asym0ni3s9862936Apr 09, 2022 05:59 PM
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Never mind, it's anyway a dog eat dog world.
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dalegribble22Apr 09, 2022 08:24 PM
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Quote from johnlau :
It is a good read to get a perspective on economics. The guys I like though are Stieglitz, Krugman, and Keynes.
Can Krugman even be considered an economist anymore? Setting aside the failings or merits of his economic theories, he largely ignores economics to focus on his social and political views.
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Camalot9Apr 09, 2022 08:53 PM
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Listened to the audio version of this a few years ago. He describes the beauty of capitalism like no one else.

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