Economics

Capitalism: Pros and Cons

ABSTRACT

This conference explored the fundamental issues, pro and con, surrounding capitalism with a group of future business leaders, using works from Smith to Schumpeter, and Marx to Mandeville, to consider classic and contemporary arguments on liberty, markets, equality, and prosperity.

READING LIST

Conference Readings

Otteson, James R., eds. What Adam Smith Knew: Moral Lessons on Capitalism from Its Greatest Champions and Fiercest Opponents. New York: Encounter Books, 2014.