Robert B. Reich is a Professor for Public Policy at the Goldman School of Public Policy at the University of California. He has worked for three presidential administrations, last serving as Secretary of Labor under Bill Clinton, and has also worked as an adviser for Barack Obama. In addition, he has written twelve books that champion liberal causes.
Saving Capitalism (2015) is a biting critique of the world’s economic order but also an optimistic look into how capitalism could support the common good. These blinks will teach you how and why capitalism is failing most people, and where it needs to go to do right by the majority.
The Common Good (2018) is a call for Americans to try and work toward the collective good once again, rather than continue along the path of “whatever-it-takes-to-win,” which has been the overriding mentality for the last few decades. The author outlines the importance of the common good and how we should go about restoring it.
The System by Robert B. Reich delves into the intricate web of power, money, and influence that shapes our society. Through compelling analysis and real-life examples, Reich uncovers how the economic and political systems are rigged in favor of the wealthy and powerful. He also offers thought-provoking ideas on how we can reform the system to create a more equitable and just society.
Readers who want to understand the inner workings of the American political and economic system
Individuals looking to become more informed and engaged citizens
Those who are interested in exploring potential solutions to income inequality and the concentration of power