Free to bloom
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The British prime minister, Tony Blair, has preached the virtues of the free market to the World Economic Forum, Switzerland, and his view represents the Ango Saxon model. Critics argue that social cohesion and equality are undermined by emphasis on the free market, while supporters claim that economic growth is hampered if the poor are protected too much. There has been a gradual move toward free market policies in mainland Europe, despite rhetoric that emphasizes old socialist ideals. There are also limits to faith in deregulation, since Britain is poorer than many European countries that have moved less toward a free market, and British productivity is lower than in Germany and France.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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New Deal chic
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The recession has given rise to the discussion of a possible New Deal for the 90s, as liberal Democrats seek a message that will bring them back into the political mainstream. Party centrists even espouse the government-business partnerships that have worked so well overseas.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Bipartisanship by dinner party
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The role of the American Council for Capital Formation, and links with economic policy are examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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