This chapter critically analyzes the effects of increasing government intervention in capitalism, covering topics such as rising government spending, regulatory state, bailouts, and management of the business cycle. It discusses the negative consequences of extensive government involvement, including declining productivity, growing inequality, and dissatisfaction with the economic system. The conversation also highlights challenges for startups and small to medium-sized businesses due to over-regulation, emphasizing the need for better antitrust regulation and tax system reform.
Ruchir Sharma, the Chairman of Rockefeller International and Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Breakout Capital, an investment firm focused on emerging markets, joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “What Went Wrong with Capitalism.” Follow Ruchir on X, @ruchirsharma_1.
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