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Capitalism, Socialism and Our Future: Video of the Lecture by Peter J. Boettke in Vienna

The debate between capitalism and socialism is more topical than ever. Which is the relevance of this debate for the future of capitalism, the market economy and liberal economic policy? Watch the video of the entire event.
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