The Freeman: November 1989 Volume 39, 1989

This issue examines Ludwig von Mises’s legacy, emphasizing how his defense of rationality, individual choice, and economic calculation shaped modern classical liberalism. Articles explore the philosophy behind free markets, the moral failures of redistribution, and the cultural forces that undermine personal responsibility. Additional essays analyze the theory of joint production, critique state-run enterprises, and explain why political attempts to “improve” markets typically misfire. Reports from abroad highlight the continuing struggles for freedom under authoritarian systems, and book reviews address themes in economics, education, and public policy.