![]() ![]() In this reboot, Milton Friedman debated a single opponent rather than holding a group discussion. ![]() On a superficial level, the difference in reception can be attributed to the power of television. In 1990, the series was rebroadcast with host Linda Chavez moderating the episodes. Free to Choose, as we said in its Preface, has 'more nuts and bolts, less theoretical framework.' It complements, rather than replaces, Capitalism and Freedom. The first half of each episode follows Milton Friedman as he discusses free market issues in locations around the world the second half is devoted to debates between Friedman and other scholars and experts. Friedman accepts capitalism as the best political system available, as it offers the highest degree of individual freedom. The series argues that free market principles are best for society as a whole, whether in commerce, trade, or education. It aired on PBS beginning in January 1980 and in the same year was developed into a book, Free to Choose: A Personal Statement. Discussion with Thomas Sowell, Hoover Institution and Michael Kinsley, New Republic." Free to Choose was a ten-part television series developed by Milton and Rose Friedman. Friedman points out that the most governments can do is provide all citizens with equal opportunity to use their time and abilities as they best see fit, in pursuit of a better life. ![]() The society that puts freedom before equality will end up with a great measure of both.' The desire to have more, to have what those who are better off have, is a powerful emotion. Notes "'The society that puts equality before freedom will end up with neither. ![]()
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