The case for trade is not just monetary, but moral. Economic freedom creates habits of liberty. And habits of liberty create expectations of democracy.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Trade and economic freedom are framed as moral imperatives that foster liberty and democracy.
- In plain terms
- Economic freedom leads to liberty, which leads to democracy.
- What can you take from it?
- Promote economic freedom to build democratic societies.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does economic freedom naturally lead to democracy?
- Are habits of liberty necessary for democracy?
Another view
Economic freedom does not always guarantee democratic outcomes.
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