The Lina Khan Episode | đ # 20
Lemonade Stand
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The Evolution of the FTC and Antitrust Challenges
This chapter explores the history of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) since its inception in 1914, focusing on its role in regulating monopolies and protecting consumer interests. It highlights significant shifts in antitrust enforcement from the Reagan era, which favored large corporations, to current challenges in maintaining competition in a merging corporate landscape. The discussion encompasses public sentiment towards corporate power, the complexities of mergers and acquisitions, and the ongoing need for effective consumer protections.
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