Knowledge and Power
Knowledge and Power
George Gilder
Ben Shapiro
A really good book. - Ben Shapiro
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Knowledge and Power

Knowledge and Power: The Information Theory of Capitalism and How it is Revolutionizing our World

George Gilder
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George Gilder
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In "Knowledge and Power," George Gilder presents a groundbreaking exploration of capitalism's essence and its critical role in fostering innovation and growth. Departing from traditional supply-side economics, Gilder posits that the true engine of economic expansion lies in the interplay between the entrepreneurial knowledge and the overarching power structures, such as government regulations, that can either fuel or stifle economic momentum. At a time when the global economy teeters on the brink of stagnation, burdened by debts and unsustainable entitlements, Gilder's insights offer a timely redirection towards the principles of free-market capitalism, highlighting the indispensable role of knowledge in driving prosperity. Gilder masterfully argues that the dynamism of an economy is ignited by the freedom of entrepreneurs to create, share, and utilize knowledge. This knowledge acts not just as a catalyst for innovation and wealth creation but as the very foundation of a thriving capitalist system. Conversely, the power wielded by governments through regulation and intervention often acts as a barrier to economic vitality, impeding the flow of ideas and the natural mechanisms of market forces. "Knowledge and Power" is an essential manifesto for policymakers, business leaders, and anyone vested in the future of global economics, offering a visionary approach to reinvigorating our economic landscapes through the unshackling of knowledge and the embracing of true capitalism.

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Released
2013
1 Jan
Length
400
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A really good book. - Ben Shapiro
The freer an economy is, the more this human diversity of knowledge will be manifested. By contrast, political power originates in top-down processes-governments, monopolies, regulators, and elite institutions-all attempting to quell human diversity and impose order. Thus power always seeks centralization.
— George Gilder, Knowledge and Power

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