Which proposal do you think best serves the
interests of consumers? Why?
Which proposal do you think best serves the
interests of a member of Congress? Why?
Q152: In recent years, school choice has been a hotly
debated issue. Explain whether education is a
public good. If education is not a public good,
why should the government provide it?
The Friedmans present a very one-sided view of
the benefits of a voucher system. Other economists
disagree about the potential effectiveness of
vouchers. Do you support a voucher system for
education? Explain your reasoning.