Samuelson Friedman
The Battle Over the Free Market
Book • 2020
This book by Nicholas Wapshott explores the decades-long debate between Paul Samuelson, a leading figure in Keynesian economics, and Milton Friedman, a champion of monetarism.
Their intellectual battles reflect the broader economic turmoil of the United States during the latter half of the 20th century.
The book highlights their contrasting views on government intervention in the economy and how these debates continue to influence economic policy today.
Their intellectual battles reflect the broader economic turmoil of the United States during the latter half of the 20th century.
The book highlights their contrasting views on government intervention in the economy and how these debates continue to influence economic policy today.
