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What was the goal of the sherman antitrust act?

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to prevent companies from restraining trade
to prevent monopolies by big corporations or trusts

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Where is the Sherman Antitrust Act written?
In the U.S. Congress, signed by the President in 1890. It can be found in Title 15 United States Code, sections 1 through 7.
Was the Sherman Antitrust act sucsessful?
No because for numerous reasons: The act didn't specify which trusts were considered illegal whether they were "good" or "bad" combinations The writing and form of the act has numerous loopholes and...
What was the goal of the sherman anittrust act?
The goal of the Sherman Antitrust act was to outlaw trusts.
What was forbidden by the Sherman Antitrust Act?
It forbade mergers of companies that would result in restraint of trade.
Who started the Sherman Antitrust Act?
Senator John Sherman of Ohio.