[Jtype]

This is less of a "free market" problem than it is an overregulation problem. The article states that the primary issues are state granted monopolies and tariffs on imports, neither of which are "free market".

[Gunax]

I just have to comment how this is a perfect microcosm of political discourse.

There's much talk about facts and misinformation these days, but even when the facts are undisputed (ie a production shut down due to safety regulations) we still cannot agree.

Is the problem the free market or over regulation? Is it greedy business or incompetent interference by regulators? Do we want regulations or are regulations the problem?

[sharemywin]

Depends on your the outcome you want. " (ie a production shut down due to safety regulations)"

If we got rid of the regulation we might have more baby food but would it be safe to feed a baby?

And pushing more regulations to the states usually just adds to business costs and regulatory shopping.