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Steven P. McNicoll wrote:
"Matthew S. Whiting" wrote in message ... Sure you can. Not the head-to-head competition that exists in consumer goods markets, but certainly competition akin to what exists in the telecom market and other such markets. Also, the gummint could retain ownership of ATC, but hold a competition every 4-5 years for who gets to operate ATC for the next 4-5 years. Not real privatization, but a hybrid that gets closer. It's the head-to-head competition that makes private firms more efficient. And the profit motive. The latter can exist without competition. The edge is certainly much sharper with competition as now it is that much harder to make a profit, but making an even larger profit is still pretty strong motivation. Matt |
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