The Libertarian

The Libertarian: “Innovation, Regulation, and Airbnb”

New York’s attempts to crack down on the sharing economy.

The Libertarian•October 22, 2014
The Libertarian: “Innovation, Regulation, and Airbnb”

Richard Epstein looks at efforts in New York to tighten regulation on Airbnb, a service that allows individuals to rent out living space to travelers.

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