The 2010 Hayek Essay Contest winners have been announced.  Congratulations to all the winners.

First Prize: Toby Evans, Australia
Second Prize: Will Conquer, France
Third Prize: Jessica Wright, United States

Honorable Mentions:

Dalibor Rohac, United Kingdom
Kelly Kennedy, United States
Robert Dixon Crouch, United States
Edward Longinotti, United Kingdom
David Seymour, Canada

Topic:

'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*

* 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.