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An economist's vision of economic growth -- with less destruction

On Point | Podcast

CHAPTER

The Evolution of GDP: A Historical Perspective

This chapter explores the origins and historical context of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as a measure of economic growth, emphasizing its emergence in the 1930s amidst World War II. It also examines the debates among influential economists regarding the inclusion of military spending in national economic output and the moral implications of these viewpoints.

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