The Conscience of a Liberal

In The Conscience of a Liberal, Paul Krugman explores the transformation of American politics from the strong democratic values and shared prosperity of Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal to the conservative movements that have sought to undermine these achievements over the past thirty years. Drawing on a century of history, Krugman argues that the current oligarchic state was not a natural evolution but rather a product of specific government policies and political movements. This insightful work aims to reshape the discourse on American social policy and serves as a significant touchstone for future generations.