Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via Email Print this Page [1-1] of 1Posts from Chris, KentuckyChris, Kentucky Reply Chris, Kentucky 9/15/09 re: Karl Marx quote Karl Marx was FOR free trade. Why? This weakens the strong nations and makes the weak nations strong. Mercantilism/Protectionism like we practiced in the 1800's and especially before 1974 is what makes a country's economy successful for rich and poor alike. SaveOk2 Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print