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Lessons from the Poor: The Power of Entrepreneurship
Recorded: Thursday, November 13, 2008

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At this Policy Forum, Independent Institute Senior Fellow Alvaro Vargas Llosa, former Bolivian President Jorge Quiroga, economist William Easterly, and a group of policy experts discuss the findings of the book, Lessons from the Poor. The speakers examine real-world examples of entrepreneurship and why instead of redistributing existing wealth, governments should free people so that they can create it.

Experts: William R. Easterly, Alvaro Vargas Llosa
Type: Independent Institute Event
Issues: Economic History and Development (International), Economic Policy

       
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P.J. O’Rourke On the Wealth of Nations
Recorded: Friday, February 9, 2007

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In this hilarious and insightful examination of Adam Smith’s work, P.J. shows us why this seminal book on economic liberty is so relevant today and why it has been so revolutionary.

Experts: P. J. O’Rourke, David J. Theroux
Type: Television
Issues: Economists, History (International)

       
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