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A panel of four individuals speak to an audience

Featuring Stephen P. Barrows, Anne Bradley, Dylan Pahman, Jordan J. Ballor

On the 250th anniversary of the publication of Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations (1776), Acton scholars explored the moral and ethical foundations of free markets, reflected on Smith's enduring legacy, and applied timeless principles to address modern challenges and thoughtfully assess common critiques. Stephen Barrows, Anne Bradley, Dylan Pahman, and Jordan Ballor led a panel discussion.