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Main difference, corruption didn't put artificial barriers for new business. Remember, politicians back then enacted anti trust laws. You can't expect similar c
by cscurmudgeon 4y ago
Main difference, corruption didn't put artificial barriers for new business. Remember, politicians back then enacted anti trust laws. You can't expect similar courage in 2023.
- alephnerd 4y agoTry opening a small business in NYC in the early 20th century without paying off Tammany Hall or the same in SF without paying Ruef
- cscurmudgeon 4y agoSo govt has now replaced the role of organized crime and protection rackets. It seems like you are supporting my point.