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Economics in One Lesson

Economics in One Lesson

Henry Hazlitt

Simplifies economic principles, explaining how economic policies affect society, and advocating for free-market solutions.

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Tools and Weapons

Tools and Weapons

Brad Smith

Microsoft’s President shares insights on technology’s power to impact society, discussing issues like privacy, AI, and regulation.

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The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money

The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money

John Maynard Keynes

A foundational text in macroeconomics, introducing concepts like government intervention to stabilize the economy.

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The Forgotten Man

The Forgotten Man

Amity Shlaes

A reinterpretation of the Great Depression, focusing on government policies and their impact on economic recovery.

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The Only Game in Town

The Only Game in Town

Mohamed A. El-Erian

Discusses economic challenges post-financial crisis, focusing on the role of central banks in global stability.

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Give People Money

Give People Money

Annie Lowrey

Advocates for universal basic income, examining its potential impact on poverty, inequality, and the economy.

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The Deficit Myth

The Deficit Myth

Stephanie Kelton

Argues for Modern Monetary Theory, challenging misconceptions about government debt and economic policy.

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The Future of Capitalism

The Future of Capitalism

Paul Collier

Discusses the challenges facing capitalism and proposes solutions to address inequality and restore social cohesion.

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The City That Became Safe

The City That Became Safe

Franklin E. Zimring

Studies the decline in crime rates in New York City, exploring policies and environmental factors that contributed to the change.

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Academically Adrift

Academically Adrift

Richard Arum

Analyzes the effectiveness of higher education in the U.S., highlighting concerns about academic achievement and student learning.

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Fully Grown

Fully Grown

Dietrich Vollrath

Discusses the causes of slow economic growth in developed countries, challenging common assumptions.

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Who's Teaching Your Children?

Who's Teaching Your Children?

Vivian Troen

Critiques the American education system and discusses the quality and training of teachers.

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Catastrophic Care

Catastrophic Care

David Goldhill

Critiques the U.S. healthcare system, proposing solutions to improve quality and reduce costs.

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The Myth of Millionaire Tax Flight

The Myth of Millionaire Tax Flight

Cristobal Young

Analysis of how taxes affect millionaire migration and wealth distribution.

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A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis

A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis

Eugene S. Bardach

Framework for evaluating and developing public policies.

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Simpler

Simpler

Cass R. Sunstein

Exploration of behavioral economics and how simplifying policies can improve government effectiveness.

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Priorities in Health

Priorities in Health

Dean T. Jamison

Overview of global health priorities, policies, and challenges.

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