Small businesses: How much liberty? How much regulation?

1:30 - 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2017
PSU 313

Small businesses are important entities in the American economy and in the American way of life. Government has a responsibility to protect liberty while judiciously exercising its regulatory power to promote the common good. Liberty unchecked can lead to a variety of social harms, but overregulation can, too. What, then, is the proper balance? What values should matter most in striking the best balance between liberty and control in the marketplace? 

Presenters

Economist/writer Jodi Beggs

Jodi Beggs

Economist/writer
Akamai Technologies

Founder, Election Reform Advocate Larry Bradley

Larry Bradley

Founder, Election Reform Advocate
The Center Strikes Back

Veterinarian John Huff

John Huff

Veterinarian

President, Board of Directors Blake Hurst

Blake Hurst

President, Board of Directors
Missouri Farm Bureau