The High Cost of Good Intentions

"The High Cost of Good Intentions" offers a comprehensive history of America's federal entitlement programs, exploring their origins, growth, and the challenges they pose to the nation's fiscal stability. Blending insights from economics, history, political science, and law, the book examines how efforts to assist vulnerable populations have expanded over centuries, often leading to increased costs and financial risks for future generations. Recognized by prominent figures for its thorough analysis, it provides a critical perspective on the evolution of entitlement policies in the United States.