Country Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“Government price-fixing once started, has alike no justice and no end. It is an economic folly from which this country has every right to be spared.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Remarks, 1925
Government price‑fixing creates perpetual injustice and economic folly, which the country should avoid.
In simple terms: Price‑fixing leads to endless injustice.
Key Takeaway
Reject price‑fixing policies.
Themes
economics
government
justice
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
economic
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- consumer protection
- legislative debate
Key Concepts
market fairness
regulatory ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the long‑term effects of price‑fixing?
- How can markets stay fair without intervention?
A Different Perspective
Some argue price‑fixing can stabilize markets.
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