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Posted by Dru on May 29, 19101 at 10:11:46:
Policy research project for a non-profit agency.
I'm having trouble finding a page where A.Smith discusses the efficiencies/inefficiencies of the government contracting with private companies to perform its functions instead of hiring government employees directly. Discussion of contracts for purchase of goods would be fine, but I'm really looking for contracts to purchase services. The closest thing I've found is where he talks about the crown turning over welfare services to local parishes.
Discussion from other economists on this topic would also be of interest.
Thanks!
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