A Discussion of Bourgeois Equality Chapter 10, “Divergence not Imperialism” Welcome to chapter 10 of McCloskey’s book, Bourgeoise Equality, as we continue the chapter by chapter walk through. Today’s chapter is beginning Part 2 in her book, examining the question, why are the rich countries rich today? McCloskey is going…
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Economic Thought
Where Economists Should Fear to Tread
A Discussion of “The Political Limits of Economics” We are living in a time when experts and their recommendations are ruling over us. Our politically elected officials are deferring to their guidance — is that how it should be in our democratic republic? Given the time it takes to publish, I doubt…