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Paul Vigna, "The Almightier: How Money Became God, Greed Became Virtue, and Debt Became Sin" (St. Martin's Press, 2025)

New Books in Economics

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The Foundational Role of Money in American Identity

This chapter explores the essential role of money in shaping the United States' national identity and values. The discussion highlights the philosophical underpinnings of economic theories, particularly through the lens of Adam Smith's 'invisible hand,' as it relates to the pursuit of economic opportunities and its moral implications.

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