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The troubling reality faced by farmers like Walter is part of a larger story of repair monopolies that threaten independent mechanics, result in soaring repair costs, and worsen public health vulnerabilities.
The Way Forward: Breaking the Monopolies
In order to reclaim the right to repair and alleviate the mounting pressures on farmers and consumers, three pivotal paths emerge: enforcing existing antitrust laws, updating outdated copyright legislation, and advancing the Right to Repair movement.