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What was Maurice Allais’s notable action during the inaugural meeting of the Mont Pelerin Society?
He was the keynote speaker
He refused to sign the statement of aims
He walked out of the meeting
He initiated a heated argument
Answer
**Maurice Allais notably withheld his signature from the statement of aims during the inaugural meeting of the Mont Pelerin Society.** The renowned French economist expressed reservations about certain aspects of the statement, particularly regarding the potential influence of vested interests on the society's agenda and its commitment to true intellectual freedom.
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