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Senator Chris Coons and the Cult of Patent Monopolies

Article Dean Baker’s Beat the Press

Senator Chris Coons and the Cult of Patent Monopolies

Learn about the controversy surrounding Senator Chris Coons’ statement on patents. Find out what the Constitution actually says about inventors’ rights.

By Dean Baker

Noncompete Clauses: Markets Are Made, not Given by Nature

Article Dean Baker’s Beat the Press

Noncompete Clauses: Markets Are Made, not Given by Nature

While noncompete clauses were originally only included in contracts for highly paid workers, for example, lawyers at a large firm might be limited in their ability to leave and take their clients with them, they have become much more widespread in recent decades.

By Dean Baker

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