Robert B. Reich

From the author of Aftershock and The Work of Nations, his most important book to date--a passionate yet practical, sweeping yet minutely argued, myth-shattering breakdown of what's wrong with our political-economic system, and what it will take to fix it. Perhaps no one is better acquainted with the intersection of finance and politics than Robert B. Reich, and now he reveals the cycles of power and influence that have perpetuated a new American oligarchy, a shrinking middle class, and the greatest income inequality and wealth disparity in eighty years. He makes clear how centrally problematic our veneration of the "free market" is, and how it has masked the power of the moneyed interests to tilt the market to their benefit. He exposes the falsehoods that have been bolstered by the corruption of our democracy by big corporations and the revolving door between Washington and Wall Street-- that all workers are paid what they're "worth," a higher minimum wage equals fewer jobs, corporations must serve shareholders before employees. Ever the pragmatist, Reich sees hope for reversing our slide toward inequality and diminished opportunity by shoring up the countervailing power of everyone else. Here is a revelatory indictment of our economic status quo and an empowering call to civic action.

For the Many, Not the Few

Saving Capitalism

From the best-selling author of Saving Capitalism and The Common Good, an urgent analysis of how the "rigged" systems of American politics and power operate, how this status quo came to be, and how average citizens can enact change. Millions of Americans have lost confidence in our political and economic system. After years of stagnant wages, volatile job markets, and an unwillingness by those in power to deal with profound threats such as climate change, there is a mounting sense that the system is fixed, serving only those select few with enough money to secure a controlling stake. With the characteristic clarity and passion that has made him a central civil voice, Robert B. Reich shows how wealth and power have interacted to install an elite oligarchy, eviscerate the middle class, and undermine democracy. Using Jamie Dimon, the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase as an example, Reich exposes how those at the top propagate myths about meritocracy, national competitiveness, corporate social responsibility, and the "free market" to distract most Americans from their accumulation of extraordinary wealth, and power over the system. Instead of answering the call to civic duty, they have chosen to uphold self-serving policies that line their own pockets and benefit their bottom line. Reich's objective is not to foster cynicism, but rather to demystify the system so that we might instill fundamental change and demand that democracy works for the majority once again.

Who Rigged It, How We Fix It

The System

"...Clear-eyed manifesto for re-centering our economics and politics on the idea of the common good. Robert B. Reich...demonstrates that a common good not only exists but in fact constitutes the very essence of any society or nation...We must weigh the moral obligations of citizenship and carefully consider how we as a country should relate to honor, shame, patriotism, truth, and the meaning of leadership...A fundamental statement about the purpose of society and a cri de coeur to save American soul."--Dust jacket flap.

The Common Good

The best-selling author of Locked in the Cabinet and The Work of Nations furnishes an in-depth analysis of the clash between capitalism and democracy to create a system that has enlarged the economic pie while making democracy less effective, detailing inequities of income and wealth, job insecurity, and the escalating effects of global warming. 60,000 first printing.

The Transformation of Business, Democracy, and Everyday Life

Supercapitalism

Analyzes the economic crisis while making recommendations for responsibly navigating its aftermath, suggesting that the downturn actually resulted from a disproportionate concentration of wealth at the expense of a debt-burdened middle class.

The Next Economy and America's Future

Aftershock

Argues that real change can only come when party lines are ignored and people from both sides of the aisle band together to enact common sense policies.

What Has Gone Wrong with Our Economy and Our Democracy, and how to Fix it

Beyond Outrage

In a call to revitalize America's traditional two-party system, offers an argument that the tenets of liberalism must become part of the national political agenda in order to battle the radical conservatism and sets out a program for liberals to regain political power.

Why Liberals Will Win the Battle for America

Reason

THE NEXT ECONOMY AND AMERICA'S FUTURE

I ricchi sono sempre più ricchi. I poveri sempre più poveri. La concentrazione dei dividendi è sempre più nelle mani di poche persone. I banchieri non sembrano aver imparato la lezione degli anni precedenti e stanno ricominciando ad imporre i loro diktat ai governi. Di conseguenza, le paure e le incertezze delle persone sono aumentate a dismisura. Andando di questo passo come sarà il mondo nel 2020? In che modo l’economia riuscirà a risollevarsi? Robert Reich pensa che essa abbia bisogno di affrontare riforme strutturali, in grado di rilanciare i consumi, difendere il lavoro e il potere d’acquisto delle famiglie, altrimenti la società sarà vittima del populismo dei demagoghi e dell’estremismo politico e religioso. Con lucidità e una capacità d’analisi fuori dal comune, l’ex ministro del lavoro di Clinton ripercorre la storia, le idee e gli uomini che hanno portato al cosiddetto “svuotamento” del ceto medio e rivendica come necessaria una nuova stagione di trasformazioni e cambiamenti in seno all’economia e alla società.

Il futuro dell’economia dopo la crisi

""Robert B. Reich makes the case for a generous, inclusive understanding of the American project, centering on the moral obligations of citizenship. Rooting his argument in everyday reality and common sense, Reich demonstrates the existence of a common good, and argues that it is this that defines a society or a nation. Societies and nations undergo virtuous cycles that reinforce and build the common good, as well as vicious cycles that undermine it. Over the course of the past five decades, Reich contends, America has been in a slowly accelerating vicious cycle--one that can and must be reversed. But first we need to weigh what really matters, and how we as a country should relate to honor, shame, patriotism, truth, and the meaning of leadership."--Publisher's description.

The Harvard political economist argues that Americans must rethink some important cultural myths and self-definitions if the U.S. is to retain its dominant role within the emerging global economy.

Tales of a New America

With his characteristic humor, humanity and candor, one of the nation's most distinguished advocates for working class families delivers a fresh vision of politics by returning to basic American values.

Essentials for a Decent Working Society

I'll be Short

There is no longer such a thing as an American economy, say Robert Reich at the beginning of this brilliant book. What does it mean to be a nation when money, goods, and services know no borders? What skills will be the most valuable in the coming century? And how can our country best ensure that all its citizen have a share in the new global economy? Robert B. Reich, the widely respected and bestselling author of The Next American Frontier and The Resurgent Liberal, defines the real challenge facing the United States in the 21st century in this trail-blazing book. Original, readable, and vastly informed, The Work of Nations is certain to set a standard for the next generation of policy-makers.

Preparing Ourselves for 21st Century Capitalis

The Work of Nations

John D. Donahue

Chronicles the Chrysler loan-guarantee negotiations in an examination of the problems of bankruptcy and reorganization

The Chrysler Revival and the American System

New Deals

The former Secretary of Labor during President Clinton's first term offers an inside look at how the federal government functions

Locked in the Cabinet

Dimenticate quello che credete di sapere sul capitalismo come lo conosciamo oggi. Dimenticate la diffusa convinzione che si tratti di un sistema meritocratico in cui chiunque, se lavora davvero sodo, può farcela; che quelli che non ce la fanno, i poveri, siano responsabili della loro condizione. Dimenticate, soprattutto, l’idea che il mercato sia così com’è perché la sua razionalità intrinseca l’ha plasmato nel migliore dei modi possibili. Il mercato, come ogni cosa creata dall’uomo, può essere ordinato e regolato in molti modi alternativi, e chi ne decide le regole è la politica. In quest’ispirato saggio, che porta alla luce, anche per chi di economia non sa nulla, i meccanismi reali che muovono il mercato, Robert B. Reich – economista di fama internazionale ed ex ministro del Lavoro statunitense – mostra come in questi anni i centri di potere economico abbiano organizzato il gioco per vincerlo. Utilizzando la loro ricchezza per intervenire sulla politica attraverso spregiudicate donazioni elettorali e una feroce attività di lobbying, le grandi multinazionali e le banche di Wall Street si sono assicurate il potere per far sì che le regole economiche continuino a essere in loro favore. È questo il motivo della crescente disuguaglianza dei redditi che sta indebolendo la società americana. Per modificare le regole affinché soddisfino anche i loro bisogni, i cittadini devono allora riguadagnare un potere che faccia da contrappeso a quello dei super ricchi. Un compito che sembra titanico, ma col suo spirito pragmatico e analitico Reich propone qui una serie di proposte concretissime e illuminanti, tra le quali quella clamorosa di dare a ogni americano che compie diciotto anni un reddito minimo garantito. Proposte che, anche per l’amicizia personale di Reich con Hillary Clinton, renderanno questo saggio un libro molto discusso durante la prossima campagna presidenziale negli Stati Uniti.

Come salvare il capitalismo

L'infelicità del successo

America’s economy and democracy are working for the benefit of an ever-fewer privileged and powerful people. But rather than just complain about it or give up on the system, we must join together and make it work for all of us. In this timely book, Robert B. Reich argues that nothing good happens in Washington unless citizens are energized and organized to make sure Washington acts in the public good. The first step is to see the big picture. Beyond Outrage connects the dots, showing why the increasing share of income and wealth going to the top has hobbled jobs and growth for everyone else, undermining our democracy; caused Americans to become increasingly cynical about public life; and turned many Americans against one another. He also explains why the proposals of the “regressive right” are dead wrong and provides a clear roadmap of what must be done instead. Here’s a plan for action for everyone who cares about the future of America.

What has gone wrong with our economy and our democracy, and how to fix it

Beyond Outrage: Expanded Edition

'Understanding what is happening in our country is critical if we want to fix it and Robert Reich is an exceptional teacher.' - Senator Bernie Sanders Millions of Americans have lost confidence in their political and economic system. After years of stagnant wages, volatile job markets, and an unwillingness by those in power to deal with profound threats such as climate change, there is a mounting sense that the system is fixed, serving only those select few with enough money to secure a controlling stake. In The System Robert B. Reich shows how wealth and power have interacted to install an elite oligarchy, eviscerate the middle class, and undermine democracy. Addressing himself Jamie Dimon, the powerful banker and chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, Reich exposes how those at the top, be they Democrats or Republicans, propagate myths about meritocracy, national competitiveness, corporate social responsibility, and the 'free market' to distract most Americans from their own accumulation of extraordinary wealth, and their power over the system. Instead of answering the call to civic duty, they have chosen to uphold self-serving policies that line their own pockets and benefit their bottom line. Reich's objective is not to foster cynicism, but rather to demystify the system so that American voters might instill fundamental change and demand that democracy works for the majority once again.

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