The Road to Freedom - Joseph E Stiglitz - książka
Producent: Penguin Books
Despite the obvious shortcomings of neoliberalism, its ideology still captivates public consciousness and heavily influences global government policies. This narrative suggests that reducing regulations and fostering unbridled capitalism not only generate greater wealth but also enhance individual freedom, thus being perceived as morally superior. In "The Road to Freedom," Stiglitz challenges this perspective by questioning whose freedom truly matters. He probes the consequences of one person's liberty coming at the detriment of another's and scrutinizes whether corporate freedoms should override personal ones.Confronting key neoliberal thinkers like Hayek and Friedman, Stiglitz critiques how public opinions are shaped and argues that unregulated markets, rather than encouraging growth and innovation, actually hinder them. He demonstrates how such markets decrease economic opportunities for the majority while concentrating wealth among a select few, both at the individual and national levels. Stiglitz further examines the surprising effects neoliberal economics and its associated moral framework have had on our legal and social liberties, touching on issues from property and intellectual rights to education and social media.Stiglitz is focused on envisioning a future where genuine human flourishing is the central goal of our economic and social systems. He proposes an alternative vision to the current dominant paradigm. "The Road to Freedom" serves as a compelling reassessment of democracy, economics, and the elements of a good society, providing a blueprint for achieving these ideals.
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