Development debates forced neoliberals to confront state character, trade, and socialism together

Evidence

It is clear, however, that the ensuing post–World War II development debates were situated at the confluence of a whole range of critical issues (such as the character of the state, the role of international trade, and the influence of socialism), which at the time caused concerned neoliberals sleepless nights. — Philip Mirowski & Dieter Plehwe (eds.), The Road from Mont Pèlerin, 1273

Categorization

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