Public Policy
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17 books in this category
Economics in One Lesson
Henry Hazlitt
Simplifies economic principles, explaining how economic policies affect society, and advocating for free-market solutions.
Tools and Weapons
Brad Smith
Microsoft’s President shares insights on technology’s power to impact society, discussing issues like privacy, AI, and regulation.
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.
The Forgotten Man
Amity Shlaes
A reinterpretation of the Great Depression, focusing on government policies and their impact on economic recovery.
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.
Give People Money
Annie Lowrey
Advocates for universal basic income, examining its potential impact on poverty, inequality, and the economy.
The Deficit Myth
Stephanie Kelton
Argues for Modern Monetary Theory, challenging misconceptions about government debt and economic policy.
The Future of Capitalism
Paul Collier
Discusses the challenges facing capitalism and proposes solutions to address inequality and restore social cohesion.
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.
Academically Adrift
Richard Arum
Analyzes the effectiveness of higher education in the U.S., highlighting concerns about academic achievement and student learning.
Fully Grown
Dietrich Vollrath
Discusses the causes of slow economic growth in developed countries, challenging common assumptions.
Who's Teaching Your Children?
Vivian Troen
Critiques the American education system and discusses the quality and training of teachers.
Catastrophic Care
David Goldhill
Critiques the U.S. healthcare system, proposing solutions to improve quality and reduce costs.
The Myth of Millionaire Tax Flight
Cristobal Young
Analysis of how taxes affect millionaire migration and wealth distribution.
A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis
Eugene S. Bardach
Framework for evaluating and developing public policies.
Simpler
Cass R. Sunstein
Exploration of behavioral economics and how simplifying policies can improve government effectiveness.
Priorities in Health
Dean T. Jamison
Overview of global health priorities, policies, and challenges.