Senator Taft talking with friends on OPA

The transcript discusses the original OPA legislation and the support for price control. It highlights the challenges faced by small businesses due to stringent and complex controls, leading to losses and a shift to the black market. The breakdown of food control, especially in meat, is a significant concern. The speaker suggests that removing price control and improving rationing might be the only remedy.

What has been the impact of stringent price controls on small businesses?

What are the consequences of forcing meat into the black market?

How have price controls affected the availability of food in the market?

What does the speaker suggest as a potential remedy for the issues caused by price control?

In what ways does the speaker believe improved rationing could help?