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Arguing with Zombies

Economics, Politics, and the Fight for a Better Future
Summary:

The book presents a collection of essays and columns by the Nobel laureate economist, tackling common economic misconceptions and policy issues such as healthcare, tax reform, and inequality. It aims to debunk persistent myths in economic discourse, often referred to as "zombies" because they keep coming back despite evidence disproving them.

Key points:

1. Zombie Economics: Krugman refers to disproven yet influential economic theories as "zombie economics". He believes they persist due to the interests of powerful entities.

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