> Protectionism _destroys wealth creation_, hands down, period. That just makes you sound stupid. Copyright, Trademarks and Patents are protectionist devices

> Protectionism _destroys wealth creation_, hands down, period. That just makes you sound stupid. Copyright, Trademarks and Patents are protectionist devices that contribute billions to the economy and keep a ton of people employed. Yes, they have their problems, but saying that they destroy wealth is idiotic.