A Century Of Ideas: A Century Of Prosperity: A Review Of The Standard Of Living, 1919 Vs. 2019

The past century has witnessed dramatic improvements in the standard of living in the United States. Panelists will discuss the role that free markets, property rights, innovation, regulation, and national security have played in this remarkable advancement in human well-being.

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Terry Anderson

Terry Anderson

John F. Cogan

John F. Cogan

Lee Ohanian

Lee Ohanian

George P. Shultz

George P. Shultz

Peter M. Robinson

Peter M. Robinson

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