Barriers Quote by John Pugsley
“Any time you read that your government is erecting tariff barriers, supporting threatened industries with subsidies, or interfering in any way with free trade between individuals or nations, you must realize that your standard of living is being lowered as a result.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Road to Serfdom, John Pugsley, 1975
Government trade restrictions and subsidies raise costs and reduce consumer welfare, lowering overall living standards.
In simple terms: Trade barriers hurt living standards.
Key Takeaway
Support free trade policies.
Themes
economics
government policy
consumer welfare
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
economic
educational
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- business planning
- personal budgeting
- advocacy
- education
Key Concepts
protectionism
subsidies
market efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do tariffs affect everyday prices?
- What alternatives exist for protecting domestic jobs?
A Different Perspective
Free trade may harm vulnerable industries; transition costs can be high.
