Economics in America

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Candid reflections from a Nobel Prize-winning economist reveal the complexities of the American economic landscape. Angus Deaton shares his journey from Britain to the U.S., highlighting the stark disparities he observed. He tackles critical issues such as poverty, healthcare, and the minimum wage while providing a humorous and insightful look at the life of economists. Deaton critiques the relationship between economics and politics, questioning the discipline's role in rising populism and despair, and offers personal anecdotes alongside broader social commentary.