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Defending the Free Market: The Moral Case for a Free Economy
by
Robert Sirico (Goodreads Author)
The Left has seized on our economic troubles as an excuse to �blame the rich guy” and paint a picture of capitalism and the free market as selfish, greedy, and cruel. Democrats in Congress and �Occupy” protesters across the country assert that the free market is not only unforgiving, it’s morally corrupt. According to President Obama and his allies, only by allowing the go...more
Hardcover, 256 pages
Published
May 22nd 2012
by Regnery Publishing
(first published May 21st 2012)
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I have tried, unsuccessfully and for many years, to read economics. I just can't do it. No matter how interesting the book looks, no matter how important the topic is, economics put me to sleep. My eyes glaze over. I simply don't have the will to slog through this particular topic, which is a bummer because economics are intensely important. Still: I don't have it in me.
This book is mercifully short...but I still fell asleep, twice, while reading it. The author's style is highly readable; there...more
This book is mercifully short...but I still fell asleep, twice, while reading it. The author's style is highly readable; there...more
Fr. Robert Sirico offers an engaging presentation of the moral foundation for the free market. He helps us to see our economy, not as a “mechanism” but rather as a dynamic of human relationship. When this is done, basic principles found in Catholic Social Teaching can then be applied and used to redeem a system that can bring about the common good. Many view the free market theory and policies as rationalization for the excess found in capitalism and fuel for the sins in the heart of some capita...more
When I told two of my Catholic friends (who do not know each other) that I was reading a book about economics written by a Catholic priest, both reacted with a hearty laugh. Then, both commented about the political leanings of the priest, assuming that the priest would be quite liberal. Sadly, they were very surprised when I described some of the Rev. Sirico's thoughts.
Why sadly? It is sad that many people (not just Catholic priests) do not grasp the simple relationship between one's standing be...more
Why sadly? It is sad that many people (not just Catholic priests) do not grasp the simple relationship between one's standing be...more
A decision of my overtly-libertarian Econ teacher, I enjoyed this book mostly because it was simply telling me things I wanted to hear-that is, a (modern) fiscal-conservative standpoint with a moral backing. The points made were valid and reasonable, and I read along just agreeing with everything. I enjoyed each little story Rev. Sirico provided before every chapter, putting the ideas and concepts he discussed into an easy to understand subject. That said, there were still some boring moments wh...more
The author is a Catholic priest who makes a compelling moral case for markets. His insights are wonderful. The book is also brief. But the challenges he offers are profound.
To paraphrase a friend: When a Catholic priest knows more about economics than 80% of the population including professional economists. Simply a must read.
Jun 30, 2012
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This book is penned by Rev Robert Sirico, founder of the famous Acton Institute for the study of religion and liberty, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This is a defense of the free market on moral grounds, but much more than that. I am looking forward to reading it.
This is an excellent book about economics and one that I would recommend to anyone interested in learning anything about the subject. Father Sirico turns a monumental amount of information into an enjoyable read.
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Rev. Robert A. Sirico received his Master of Divinity degree from the Catholic University of America, following undergraduate study at the University of Southern California and the University of London. During his studies and early ministry, he experienced a growing concern over the lack of training religious studies students receive in fundamental economic principles, leaving them poorly equipped...more
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