How to Argue with an Economist: Reopening Political Debate in Australia
Encyclopedia
How to Argue with an Economist: Reopening Political Debate in Australia is a book by Lindy Edwards which is in its second edition as of May 2007. In this book, Edwards explores the role of economics
in society, as well as the influence of "economic rationalism
" on Australian politics. Edwards argues that this economic view overlooks important social issues and explains how, in her opinion, it has transformed Australian culture.
Lindy Edwards is a former economic adviser in the Australian Prime Minister’s Department.
Economics
Economics is the social science that analyzes the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. The term economics comes from the Ancient Greek from + , hence "rules of the house"...
in society, as well as the influence of "economic rationalism
Economic rationalism
Economic rationalism is an Australian term in discussion of microeconomic policy, applicable to the economic policy of many governments around the world, in particular during the 1980s and 1990s....
" on Australian politics. Edwards argues that this economic view overlooks important social issues and explains how, in her opinion, it has transformed Australian culture.
Lindy Edwards is a former economic adviser in the Australian Prime Minister’s Department.