This video aired originally on the ABC News show 20/20, hosted by reporter John Stossel.  This is a powerful tool for teaching about the system of capitalism, and will prompt plenty of classroom discussions.  Stossel shows how capitalism, although rooted in self-interest, creates a broad base of opportunity and progress for society as a whole.  The explanation of how a steak gets from a Midwestern ranch to New York City is especially useful in classrooms.  Although not mainly a historical analysis, it does touch on such figures as Rockefeller and Vanderbilt.  The total running time is 42 minutes, divided into 3 segments.  $40.00.  

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