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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Regulation Nation

From financial services to farming, plumbing to computer repair, business owners say new regulations have them so bogged down in compliance that it is hindering their ability to plan and expand for the coming years.
Even though President Obama recently acknowledged the need to minimize regulations, the number appears to be growing. Obama administration regulations on new business rose to 3,573 final rules in 2010, up from 3,503 in 2009 -- the equivalent of about 10 per week. - FOX News

Is there a need for regulation? Most likely yes, there are a need for certain types of regulation.  The problem is that the Government has decided that it is their responsibility to control every aspect of business.  It is that type of mentality that kills jobs and prevents growth.  Free market generally regulates many businesses on its own.

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