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Adam Millsap: Worried About High Prices? Blame Public Policies That Stifle Innovation


Prices are going up. The year-over-year consumer price index (CPI) hit 5.4% in June, which is more than forecasters expected. Even when food and energy are removed, prices are up by 4.5% over the last 12 months, meaning everyone's dollars buy less stuff. Increases in demand and higher costs are two common reasons prices rise. Public policy

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Posted: July 27, 2021 Tuesday 10:22 AM