
The System
Who Rigged It, How We Fix It
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Robert B. Reich
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Robert B. Reich
From the best-selling author of Saving Capitalism and The Common Good, an urgent analysis of how the "rigged" systems of American politics and power operate, how this status quo came to be, and how average citizens can enact change.
Millions of Americans have lost confidence in our political and economic system. After years of stagnant wages, volatile job markets, and an unwillingness by those in power to deal with profound threats such as climate change, there is a mounting sense that the system is fixed, serving only those select few with enough money to secure a controlling stake. With the characteristic clarity and passion that has made him a central civil voice, Robert B. Reich shows how wealth and power have interacted to install an elite oligarchy, eviscerate the middle class, and undermine democracy.
Using Jamie Dimon, the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase as an example, Reich exposes how those at the top propagate myths about meritocracy, national competitiveness, corporate social responsibility, and the "free market" to distract most Americans from their accumulation of extraordinary wealth, and power over the system. Instead of answering the call to civic duty, they have chosen to uphold self-serving policies that line their own pockets and benefit their bottom line.
Reich's objective is not to foster cynicism, but rather to demystify the system so that we might instill fundamental change and demand that democracy works for the majority once again.
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Critic reviews
"Reich has an almost unmatched ability to make insightful observations about the nation’s inequities, and in The System, he observes that the question is no longer Democrat versus Republican or left versus right, but 'democracy versus oligarchy'.... Valuable...the anger [it] will generate may prove politically energizing." (Jeff Madrick, The New York Times Book Review)
"Robert Reich is one of our country’s most insightful commentators on politics and economics. Both a diagnosis and a call to arms, The System shows how our economy and our democracy are rigged to work for the wealthy and well-connected. Change is possible - if we are willing to fight for it." (Sen. Elizabeth Warren)
"Robert Reich is one of the most important voices in America, fighting for an economy that works for all people and not just those at the top. Understanding what is happening in our country is critical if we want to fix it and Robert Reich is an exceptional teacher." (Sen. Bernie Sanders)
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Excellent Read!
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Good book
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understanding for my citizenship
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The truth about how the oligarchs run the system…
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Mr. Reich stresses the myth (maintained by those at the top) that Americans’ earnings are a reflection of their value to society. I enjoyed the fact that parts of the book are directly addressed CEO, Jamie Dimon, as a representative of big money. I’d love to know If Mr. Dimon was moved to use his substantial influence to even the playing field.
I strongly encourage everyone, regardless of political party to avail yourselves of the inspiring wisdom of The System.
Best explanation of the real threat to democracy!
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Robert Reich is always committed to his belief
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journalists and politicians should read this
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One of my recent favorites. A must read.
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Needs to be taught as curriculum
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radical, bro
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