The Rockefellers and Global Governance

This chapter investigates the United Nations' role in global governance, contrasting its idealistic image with its underlying power dynamics influenced by elite individuals and families, notably the Rockefellers. The discussion highlights the historical contributions of the Rockefellers to major global institutions like the UN, the World Bank, and the IMF, illustrating how their wealth and influence shaped international health agendas and governance structures post-World War II. Additionally, it examines the complex interactions between these powerful entities and the broader push for global cooperation in the context of 20th-century geopolitical tensions.