Quote by: David Ricardo

If we were left to ourselves, unfettered by legislative enactments, we should gradually withdraw our capital from the cultivation of such lands, and import the produce which is at present raised upon them.


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Author Bio


  • NameDavid Ricardo
  • DescriptionBritish political economist
  • BornApril 19, 1772
  • DiedSeptember 11, 1823
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionEconomist; Stockbroker; Philosopher; Politician