Published Mar 31, 2008
Deirdre McCloskey on Capitalism and the Bourgeois Virtues
Deirdre McCloskey delves into the ethical dimensions of capitalism, highlighting its potential to enhance freedom, choice, and personal ethics while advocating for a more holistic economic model that integrates social sciences and virtues, ultimately fostering individual and societal growth.
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