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It thinks only of the presence of purchasing power and not of its connotation in terms of social purpose.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgHarold J. Laski: “It thinks only of the presence of purchasing power and not of its connotation in terms of social purpose.”
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Laski critiques the focus on purchasing power, arguing it neglects the broader social implications of economic decisions.
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