Influence of Free-Market Economists and Political Shifts

Exploration of the impact of Ayn Rand's ideology on economic policy changes in the 1970s, including deregulation and draft removal. Discussion on the transformation of leaders towards more economically liberal policies and the correlation between self-esteem, altruism, and societal trends. Critique of various political ideologies, economists like J.K. Gobbith, and reflections on the hiring process for a philosopher at the Institute.