The most effectual encouragement to population is, the acti… - Jean-Baptiste Say

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The most effectual encouragement to population is, the activity of industry, and the consequent multiplication of the national products.

Jean-Baptiste Say

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About Jean-Baptiste Say

Jean-Baptiste Say (5 January 1767 – 15 November 1832) was a French economist and businessman. He was said to have held classically liberal views. He is most remembered today for Say's Law.

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The most effectual encouragement to population is, the activity of industry, and the consequent multiplication of the national products. - Jean-Baptiste Say

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