The Hidden History of Monopolies

American monopolies are likened to cancer, consuming economic energy and threatening systemic collapse while wielding significant political power to suppress competition. Thom Hartmann traces the historical struggle against such monopolies, from the American Revolution to the Roosevelt administrations, highlighting the detrimental impact on various industries and the average American family. He advocates for practical solutions like revitalizing antitrust laws and reducing the influence of money in politics to reclaim control from corporate giants and restore a healthier economic system.