How to Argue with an Economist: Reopening Political Debate in Australia

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Author: Lindy Edwards

ISBN-10: 0521819032

ISBN-13: 9780521819039

Category: Australian History

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This fascinating book explains how economists think, and then how one can argue with them.

AcknowledgementsPt. IA Historical Juncture1A political impasse22A nation-defining choice103Economic rationalism's grip on power19Pt. IIGetting a Handle on Economics4Is economics a science?305Key ideas in economics38Pt. IIIRevealing Economic Rationalism's Worldview6'Punters' versus 'economic rationalists'507Contrasting views of human nature528Contrasting views of how society works649Contrasting views of the ideal society7610Economic policy and culture86Pt. IVArguing with an Economic Rationalist11How to argue with an economic rationalist9612Reclaiming responsibility9913Arguing about economic efficiency11114Arguing about quality of life12715Arguing about justice141Pt. VThe Future16The way forward15017Making sure 'she'll be right'160Bibliography162Index170