The Progress Illusion

In The Progress Illusion, Jon D. Erickson explores the pervasive influence of economic ideology on our lives, tracing its origin to the 1980s ethos of "greed is good." He critiques the dominance of flawed neo-classical economics, which neglects human psychology and morality, and demonstrates how this thinking has shaped American politics and public policy, concentrating wealth while depleting natural resources. Emphasizing a vital reform movement, Erickson advocates for an economics that prioritizes community and resilience over profit and consumption, proposing that a new economic narrative is essential for sustainable prosperity.