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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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Money, Philosophy, and American Ideals

This chapter critically examines the foundational principles of the United States, emphasizing the shift from religious to monetary values as the guiding force post-independence. It explores the philosophical legacy of Ayn Rand and her influence on contemporary attitudes towards wealth, individualism, and capitalism. The discussion culminates with a call for a radical rethinking of money and debt to prioritize societal welfare amid the unfolding challenges of modern economics and technology.

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