“The brilliant creative core of capitalism ... is the story the entrepreneurs and capital investors tell themselves about the future. How they intend to alter it, what they expect to gain in return, where they will raise the capital to accomplish their vision. Many of their stories turn out to be flawed or mistaken, of course, but the capacity to envision a set of future events and then act to fulfill them is a central source of capitalism's strength and its dominance of society.”
Quote by William Greider
Work
The Soul of Capitalism: Opening Paths to a Moral Economy
This work delves into the philosophical and ethical dimensions of capitalism, proposing strategies for creating a more ethical and sustainable economic system. more
Author
William Greider
William Greider, born on August 6, 1936, is an American journalist known for his investigative reporting, particularly on political and economic issues. He is recognized for his in-depth analysis and exposure of the shortcomings of power structures. His work has had a profound impact on revealing the misdeeds of finance and government. more
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