Sunday, April 20, 2008

Its the economy stupid?

The Franklin Times -

The Free Market Association, a collection of business owners and supporters of free trade, announced today it will endorse a single political party on Friday, April 25th. In a press release, the FMA, stated that the economic stances of many parties remain unclear and confusing. "Many of the parties have offered only vague economic policies and have utterly failed in providing clear cut statements. Do these parties believe in free trade or protectionism? Do they favor progressive or flat taxes? Do they support minimum wage laws? These are questions for which our members must have answers." This organization, according to its mission's statement, believes that free market economics and free trade that the only proper means by which a nation can enjoy a healthy economy. It also states a strong distrust and dislike for government intrusion and high tax policies. It invites all parties to express their clear economic policies by responding directly to this story and hopes parties will debate the many pressing economic issues facing the Franklin States of America.

Leaders of the NWU and FWA released a joint press release late this afternoon encouraging the pro-worker and pro-labor parties to participate in the FMA economic online debate. "We hope that parties representing the working man will make their voices known in this debate. Any party hoping for labor's support in the upcoming election has a duty to engage and challenge radical free marketers who care more for profit than they do the well being of their fellow citizens."

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

We will be excited to explain our policies to all citizens and the Free Market Association. We will happy clear up any questions or concerns that any citizen/business might have. FDRP will gladly challenge or debate any other political party.

Anonymous said...

As we currently stated we believe in minimum wages for the fact of security to work force. Minimum wages would secure a certain amount of money to any employee not matter their education. Some might say this encourages dropouts, but most businesses will not higher non-educated people. More education could possibly lead to more productivity in businesses. Which in turn would lower prices for consumers. We unfortunately believe in protectionism but for a reason. By having this protectionism it may hurt business, but it keeps monopolies out which is good for the common citizen. If we look at the United States who has some government regulations they have a fantastic economy. The U.S. has set minimum wages, allowed unions along with protecting them, and the country still prospers. We plan to get our economy to match their standards! I know that the FRA would like whats best for their business and profits. But you must realize that without the citizens/consumers. You will have no profit or market. Consumers are a very significant key in the economy, impress them and they will return the favor!
~FDRP Advisor John Wheeler~