Revisiting Economic Assumptions in Crisis

This chapter examines the shift to virtual conferences and key discussions on economic strategies for Indigenous nations, the implications of automation, and responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. It critiques traditional economic models, particularly the assumptions of rational self-interest, advocating for a more nuanced approach that incorporates social values like fairness. The chapter emphasizes how major global events challenge existing economic theories and reveal the complexities of human behavior in decision-making.