Marketplace vs. Public Needs

The conflict between the marketplace and the needs of the public is a conflict that has many facets. On one hand with out the public it would be very hard for the marketplace to exist, but on the other hand without the marketplace the public would be hurt severely. The conflict I guess is that right now it seems that the marketplace is forgeting the fact that its main goal is to benefit the public. This is hurting how the public thinks about the marketplace and if it continues is will be very hard for the marketplace to further grow. The public is the ultimate weapon against the marketplace but it is very hard for the public to unite and determine that even though I need this product I am going to show the marketplace that I am in control. Until the public can unite in such a manner the marketplace will always be in control.