Examine whether authoritarian capitalism is a viable alternative to its Western liberal version, to promote long term economic growth and development.

 
Prize Information

First prize: $2500 cash award + travel grant*

Second prize: $1500 cash award + travel grant*

Third prize: $1000 cash award + travel grant*

The Hayek Essay Contest is open to all individuals 35 years old or younger.  Entrants should write a 5,000 word (maximum) essay. Essays are due by mail on May 31, 2010 and the winners will be announced on July 15, 2010. Essays should be submitted in English only. Electronic versions should be sent to: mps@heritage.org. Prize information and additional details are available from: 

The Mont Pelerin Society

P.O. Box 7031

Alexandria, Virginia, 22307, USA

Or via email at www.montpelerin.org/contact.cfm.

*Travel grant includes coach class airfare to our 2010 General Meeting in Sydney, registration fee, and some meals.  Hotel, food, and other expenses will be the responsibility of the attendee.