In September 2012 we are beginning an exciting study based upon the classic PBS television series and book Free to Choose, by Milton and Rose Friedman. Our study will focus on the validity and relevance of these works to current events. The video is narrated by Milton Friedman and then there is a panel discussion.
We will show
one segment of the PBS video and then have a discussion led by Dr. John Garen.
This is a very approachable TV series and book that most can understand and
profit from. We will be using the 1980 version of the video series. These can
be found online at:
I highly
encourage you to purchase the book if you do not have it.The book can
be purchased at many bookstores for as low as $.99 (Half Price Books) or at
Amazon from about $10 paperback - to $117 for a new hardcover edition (Yikes).
But, buy the book!
The
meeting will be in the Herb Room at Bella Note. The reservations are in Frank Byron or John Garen's name. The reservations are for 6:00 and you are invited to have dinner and
discourse before the meeting. We’ll start the discussion about 6:30.
Bella
Notte
3715
Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40503
(859)
245-1789
October
17, 2012, 6:00
PM, BEES
Free to Choose, Chapter 9 - The Cure for Inflation
Milton
and Rose Friedman
Ø What is the difference between our currency and other
pieces of paper?
Ø What is inflation and what things can cause it?
Ø Will there be inflation in the United States?
Sep 19, 2012, 6:00
PM, BEES
Free to Choose, Chapter 1 - The Power of the Market
Milton
and Rose Friedman
Ø Other than economics, where is an “invisible hand” at
work?
Ø In a market exchange, does the buyer or seller “win”? Who
makes a profit?
Ø What makes sure the goods we want are on the store shelf?
