The ambitious, accommodative Adam Smith. (18th century Scottish economist and free trade advocate)

From: Independent Review | Date: June 22, 1997| Author: Rashid, Salim | Copyright information

Contrary to the prevalent scholarly view of Adam Smith, the 18th century Scottish economist was a politically savvy radical, who could be most accommodating to the existent conservative power structure when it fostered his own advancement. His underlying radicalism is reflected in the early and frequent citation of his book 'The Wealth of Nations' by Whig-Radicals in the UK Parliament. He also attracted favorable conservative attention, however, by espousing laissez faire policies that defend...

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