The Myth of American Inequality

Name: The Myth of American Inequality
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How Government Biases Policy Debate

By Phil Gramm and Robert Ekelund and John Early

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The Myth of American Inequality challenges the conventional wisdom regarding income inequality in the United States. The authors argue that the measurement of inequality often overlooks key factors such as government transfers and taxes. By reassessing the data with these elements in mind, they present a different perspective on the socioeconomic landscape in America. This book delves into how policy and perception shape public dialogue on inequality.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in an analysis of economic inequality in the United States, offering a different perspective on how statistics are used to portray wealth distribution and government policy effects. It's ideal for readers keen on exploring discussions around political economics and current affairs, especially those who appreciate critical examinations of widely accepted narratives.

The Myth of American Inequality

A Wall Street Journal Best Book of 2022: Politics; Winner, 2024 Hayek Book Prize. Learn why what you think you know about American income inequality and other measures of economic well-being is wrong in this deep dive into the way government measures economic well-being and demonstrate that our official statistics overstate inequality.

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Wall Street Journal Best Book of 2022: Politics - Winner of the 2024 Hayek Book Prize, Manhattan Institute

Everything you know about income inequality, poverty, and other measures of economic well-being in America is wrong. In this provocative book, a former United States senator, eminent economist, and a former senior leader at the Bureau of Labor Statistics challenge the prevailing consensus that income inequality is a growing threat to American society.

By taking readers on a deep dive into the way government measures economic well-being, they demonstrate that our official statistics dramatically overstate inequality. Getting the facts straight reveals that the key measures of well-being are greater than the official statistics of the country would lead us to believe. Income inequality is lower today than at any time in post-World War II America.

The facts reveal a very different and better America than the one that is currently described by policy advocates across much of the political spectrum. The Myth of American Inequality provides clear and convincing evidence that the American Dream is alive and well.

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The Myth of American Inequality challenges conventional views on income inequality in the United States. The authors argue that government statistics misrepresent the real state of inequality and poverty, often overstating issues for political purposes. Reviews highlight the book's clear writing and rigorous research, suggesting it offers a fresh perspective on economic debates and could reshape public policy discussions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538167380

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 November 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Illustration: 28 Graphs, 16 Tables

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 463g

Pages: 264

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Education & Reference Finance & Economics Finance & Investment John Early Non-Fiction Phil Gramm Politics & Current Affairs Robert Ekelund Science & Nature

About the Author

Phil Gramm served six years in the US House of Representatives and eighteen years in the US Senate where he was Chairman of the Banking Committee. Gramm is a Visiting Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute. He was Vice Chairman of UBS Investment Bank and is now Vice Chairman of Lone Star Funds. He taught Economics at Texas A&M University and has published numerous articles and books. Gramm lives in the Helotes, Texas.
Bob Ekelund is currently professor and eminent scholar in economics (emeritus) at Auburn University, beginning his career at Texas A&M University. He is the author of more than 20 books and several hundred articles on the history of economic theory, economic history and economic policy in the specific areas of art, religion, and regulation. He lives and works in Auburn, Alabama.
John Early is a mathematical economist who began working as a legislative assistant to a US Senator and assistant commissioner at the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He has served in senior leadership positions in global consultancies on quality and financial performance and as chief customer and strategy officer for a Fortune 100 company. His publications include improving measurements of price change, labor force dynamics, and improving healthcare. He lives joyfully in Charleston, South Carolina.