From Pema Levy’s article in Talking Points Memo:
The next morning, four panelists met in the hotel’s main ballroom to discuss immigration. The first panelist, Alex Nowrasteh of the libertarian-leaning Competitive Enterprise Institute, argued immigration was actually a boon to the economy and should be encouraged. This elicited boos from the audience.
Fred Smith is the animating spirit at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Fred conceived of the idea for an organization that would, in his words, “find a more positive answer to the challenge Joseph Schumpeter laid down in his essay, “Can Capitalism Survive?” He founded the organization and served as president for nearly three decades.
He died at the age of 83 at home in Maryland where he is survived by his beloved wife Fran. Fred was a friend and mentor, an advocate and ally, and an inspiration. His bright light lives on in our work.
Fred Lee Smith
December 26, 1940 – November 23, 2024