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Chris Jones is an attorney and founder of Center Market Strategies, a boutique law and advocacy firm that specializes in antitrust. He leads the Main Street Competition Coalition, a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization for independent business and agriculture producers harmed by monopolistic conduct. He has more than 16 years of experience in competition, food and agriculture, and supply-chain policy inside and outside of government. He recently served as Chief Government Relations Officer & Counsel at the National Grocers Association, the trade association for independent grocery stores.

Errol and Chris Jones discuss the impact of market power, consolidation, and legislation on independent grocers and consumers. He explores the history of the Robinson Patman Act, current challenges faced by small businesses, and legislative efforts to promote competition.

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