DiscoverThe Human Progress PodcastThe False History of American Capitalism | Donald Boudreaux | Ep. 64
The False History of American Capitalism | Donald Boudreaux | Ep. 64

The False History of American Capitalism | Donald Boudreaux | Ep. 64

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Economist Donald Boudreaux joins Marian Tupy to discuss important misconceptions about American economic history and why it’s crucial to set the record straight.


Learn more in his book, The Triumph of Economic Freedom: Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism.

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The False History of American Capitalism | Donald Boudreaux | Ep. 64

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