“Our defining gift as humans is our power to choose, including our power to choose our collective future. It is a gift that comes with a corresponding moral responsibility to use that power in ways that work to the benefit of all people and the whole of life.”
Quote by David Korten
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Agenda for a New Economy: From Phantom Wealth to Real Wealth
This book delves into the complexities of modern economic systems, advocating for transformative changes to shift from speculative financial gains to tangible economic prosperity. It examines the roots of economic crises and proposes strategies for long-term stability and well-being. more
Author
David Korten
David Korten is an American author and social activist known for his critical analysis of globalization, economic development, and social justice. His book 'When Corporations Rule the World' offers a profound critique of the global capitalist system. more
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