The argument isn't that the free market will solve everything. It's that there i... | Hacker News

Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submit

		danielmarkbruce on Nov 11, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: FTC restores rigorous enforcement of law banning u... The argument isn't that the free market will solve everything. It's that there isn't a better solution. It's a lower bar.

danaris on Nov 11, 2022 [–]

Well, that's trivially falsifiable.

A competently regulated market is better than a "free" (ie, unregulated) market in nearly all situations.

danielmarkbruce on Nov 11, 2022 | [–]

On what planet does one falsify a claim by simply making the opposite claim?

Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4
Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact