Joseph Schumpeter, Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy (Third Edition): Part IV, Chapter XXII, pg 271
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In economic life competition is never completely lacking, but hardly ever is it perfect.
— Joseph Schumpeter on Competition
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About Joseph Schumpeter
Joseph Alois Schumpeter (February 8, 1883 – January 8, 1950) was an economist from Austria and an influential political scientist.
About Joseph Schumpeter
Joseph Alois Schumpeter (February 8, 1883 – January 8, 1950) was an economist from Austria and an influential political scientist.
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