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The Rich and the Fires

The Rich and the Fires
Tags: Free Markets
Mises Wire Gary Galles
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According to this story, the "rich" can afford private fire protection. Let's not forget that only the "rich" could once afford cell phones, televisions, cars, and electricity. Free the market for fire protection, and many things would change. (Thanks to Robert Murphy.)

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