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Progress and poverty
Book • 1879
In 'Progress and Poverty', Henry George examines the paradox of why poverty and economic depressions occur alongside technological and economic progress.
He argues that the private ownership of land, which increases in value without the owner's effort, is a primary cause of poverty and economic cycles.
George proposes a single tax on land values as a remedy, suggesting it would reduce other taxes, encourage productive use of land, and distribute wealth more equitably.
The book was highly influential, contributing to the Progressive Era and worldwide social reform movements.
He argues that the private ownership of land, which increases in value without the owner's effort, is a primary cause of poverty and economic cycles.
George proposes a single tax on land values as a remedy, suggesting it would reduce other taxes, encourage productive use of land, and distribute wealth more equitably.
The book was highly influential, contributing to the Progressive Era and worldwide social reform movements.
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Mentioned by Lars Doucet as the 19th-century American economist whose philosophy forms the basis of Georgism and the book "Land is a Big Deal".
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Lars Doucet - Progress, Poverty, Georgism, & Why Rent is Too Damn High
Mentioned as a really popular book in 1879, selling the most copies across the last two decades of the 19th century after the Bible.
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The History of Bad Ideas: Monopoly
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Steve Keen when discussing the Henry George League's arguments for taxing land instead of income.
Steve Keen when discussing the Henry George League's arguments for taxing land instead of income.
Milking inheritance
Mentioned by Benjamin M. Friedman in the context of the surprising observation that economic progress did not eliminate poverty.
The Theological Roots of Capitalism: A Conversation with Economist Benjamin M. Friedman
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Michael Shermer and John Cassidy , discussing his book 'Progress and Poverty' and its relevance to modern land issues.
Michael Shermer and John Cassidy , discussing his book 'Progress and Poverty' and its relevance to modern land issues.
AI, Trade Wars, Degrowth: What's Next for the Global Economy?
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Rund Abdelfatah and Mary Pilon as a book that influenced Lizzie McGee's views on land ownership and inequality.
Rund Abdelfatah and Mary Pilon as a book that influenced Lizzie McGee's views on land ownership and inequality.
Do Not Pass Go
Mentioned by Lizzie McGee as the source of her inspiration for the Landlord's Game.
Business Battles | Monopoly: Winner Takes All | 2
Mentioned by Alex Holbaum in relation to land value tax and its potential application in addressing housing affordability.
Patrick Condon, "Broken City: Land Speculation, Inequality, and Urban Crisis" (U British Columbia Press, 2024)
