Economics Is in Need of Radical Reform

James Galbraith discusses the need for reform in academia, focusing on the uniformity of thought and the restrictive nature of current academic structures. He introduces his work at the University of Texas Inequality Project, which analyzes global economic inequality. Galbraith critiques the economic ideas that led to policy failures, particularly in Greece, and emphasizes the importance of diverse educational approaches and technical training.

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