The Conscience of a Liberal. Book Summary

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Paul Krugman

What’s inside

Paul Krugman’s ‘The Conscience of a Liberal’ delves into the economic and political history of 20th-century America, offering a perspective on progressive reform and economic inequality.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding of American economic history
  • Insights into income inequality and its impacts
  • Perspective on healthcare and social reform
  • Appreciation for progressive economic arguments

Key Points

  • The rise and fall of the great American middle class
  • Economic disparities and their political consequences
  • Critique of conservative economic policies
  • The case for a new New Deal
  • Healthcare reform as a moral issue
  • Restoring the middle class and American democracy

Who’s it For

  • Political enthusiasts
  • Economists
  • Historians
  • Progressive activists
  • Public policy students

About the author

Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman is an economist, New York Times columnist, and outspoken advocate for liberal policies.