Summary:
The book examines the United States' struggle to adapt to the rising challenges of globalization, including the loss of jobs and declining competitiveness in the global market. It explores the policy failures that have hindered American workers and businesses, and suggests reforms to help the country better manage the forces of economic change.
Key points:
1. Globalization's Broken Promises: Alden notes the U.S. didn't ready its workforce for globalization's impacts, leading to job losses and stagnant wages for many, especially in manufacturing.
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