Most people would love to "go before congress anytime you want to adapt your business" if it meant it was illegal to for anyone to compete with them. Why is th

Most people would love to "go before congress anytime you want to adapt your business" if it meant it was illegal to for anyone to compete with them. Why is the transfer of wealth from densely populated areas to rural ones considered good? Should we let the real costs shine through so people can make the best economic decisions?