A blizzard of new products at lower and lower prices. No market works perfectly, but consider the alternative. The market doesn't have to work perfectly. You must compete. The Public well protected.
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But Microsoft's vigorous defense all the way through the appeals process might go a long way toward the defusing of government zealotry fueled by marketplace competitors, the restoration of accountability, the reinvigoration of free market forces, and, even, perhaps, the renewal of a few bread machines. Mark L. Genrich is director of the Warne Center for Regulatory Accountability at the Goldwater Institute. Return To Listing Permission to reprint is granted provided that credit is given to the author and the Goldwater Institute. We welcome your comments and suggestions. If you have encountered abusive regulatory practices, or know of someone who has, please contact us via phone, mail, fax or e-mail , to tell us the story.