by Bill Clinton
First published 2011
Bill Clinton examines how America fell into economic crisis and charts a path forward. The former president argues that cooperation between government and private enterprise offers the only viable solution to restore prosperity. Clinton rejects the "you're on your own" philosophy that has dominated recent politics. He presents specific proposals for job creation, manufacturing revival, and export growth. The book champions green technology as a catalyst for economic expansion while strengthening national security. Clinton supports President Obama's environmental initiatives and calls for increased bank lending and corporate investment. He traces how anti-government sentiment has weakened America's competitive position and increased inequality. The author insists that smart government partnerships with business create sustained growth. Clinton warns that political conflict between public and private sectors produces failed policies and economic stagnation. He advocates for financial responsibility while addressing the mortgage crisis that devastated communities nationwide.
Genres: business, political-science, politics, economics, non-fiction, 21st-century
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: non-fiction
Setting: America
Period: 21st-century
196 pages · Hardcover · Knopf