{"title":"Glenn Hubbard","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlenn Hubbard's work offers a compelling examination of the forces shaping contemporary society, with a keen focus on political structures and social dynamics. Through incisive analysis and evocative writing, his books explore the intersections between power, identity, and cultural narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful reflections and provocative insights into current affairs, presented in a style that balances rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling. His collection challenges conventional views and invites deeper understanding of the complexities within modern politics.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-wall-and-the-bridge-by-glenn-hubbard-9780300271164","title":"The Wall and the Bridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn informed argument for an economic policy based on bridges of preparation and adaptation rather than walls of protection and exclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“When technological change and globalisation in recent decades brought frustration over the resulting losses to jobs and communities, there were no guardrails to get these workers back on track. As this compelling book shows, our nation is going to need bridges to help people get through the unavoidable transformations.”—Edmund Phelps, 2006 Nobel Laureate in Economics and author of \u003cem\u003eMass Flourishing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree-market economists often have noted that there are winners and losers in a competitive capitalist world. The question of how to deal with the difficult real-life consequences faced by the losers, however, has largely been ignored. Populist politicians have tried repeatedly to address the issue by creating \u003cem\u003ewalls\u003c\/em\u003e—of both the physical and economic kinds—to insulate communities and keep competition at bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile recognising the broad emotional appeal of walls, economist Glenn Hubbard argues that because they delay needed adaptations to the ever-changing world, walls are essentially backward-looking and ultimately destined to fail. Taking Adam Smith’s logic to Youngstown, Ohio, as a case study in economic disruption, Hubbard promotes the benefits of an open economy and creating bridges to support people in turbulent times so that they remain engaged and prepared to participate in, and reap the rewards of, a new economic landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wall and the Bridge\u003c\/em\u003e offers insights into how we can navigate economic challenges by preparing and adapting, rather than retreating and excluding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47433105473772,"sku":"9780300271164","price":40.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780300271164.jpg?v=1774765591"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/glenn-hubbard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}