
A right-wing economist makes his case
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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Reevaluating Success: Beyond Consumption
This chapter examines the relationship between consumption as a measure of success and its impact on genuine human fulfillment. It critiques the assumption that rising material standards equate to happiness and emphasizes the need for investment in societal well-being over mere economic growth. The discussion also navigates the evolving dynamics of American conservatism, exploring the tension between libertarian economics and traditional values amid a changing political landscape.
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