Global Economy

Divergent Perspectives On Economic Change

AvEdward W Gondolf,Irwin M Marcus

Häftad, Engelska, 2021

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Beskrivning

This collection of contemporary essays addresses the imposing changes occurring in the global economy and presents thoughtful policy options for managing them. The debate among these experts vividly illustrates the dimensions and consequences of the new global economy for the U.S. population and suggests appropriate policies for mitigating its impact. Contrasting perspectives on the origin and trends of the current international economic order are offered. Each contributor presents a complex position in nontechnical terms and with helpful examples. The result is a work accessible to readers from a variety of professions.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2021-05-31
Mått:148 x 233 x undefined mm
Vikt:430 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:212
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9780367308032

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Mer om författaren

"Edward W. Gondolf is associate professor of sociology at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a research associate of the IUP Center for Community Affairs. Irwin M. Marcus is professor of history at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. James P. Dougherty is codirector of the Center for Alternative Studies in Pittsburgh and an instructor of sociology at Indiana University of Pennsylvania."

Innehållsförteckning

Preface -- Introduction: A Historical Overview of the Global Economy -- Charting the Dimensions -- Origins of the Global Economy -- Current Trends in Global Production -- A Case Study of the Steel Industry -- Implications for the U.S. Economy -- Facing the Dilemmas -- The Impact on Labor -- The Social Costs for Women and Blacks -- Proposals for Revitalization -- Conclusion: A Sociological Assessment of Divergent Perspectives -- Epilogue: Seeking an Alternative to the Global Economy