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This book is an eloquent assessment of where America stands, how its society has changed in the past half-century, and who or what is responsible for our current frustrations. Derek Bok examines Americas progress in five areas: economic prosperity, quality of life, opportunity, personal security, and societal values.
List of contents
Introduction Prosperity The Economy Scientific Research and Technology Education Labor Market Policies Quality of Life Living Conditions The Environment Encouraging the Arts Opportunity Child Policies Race Career Opportunities Personal Security Violent Crime Health Care Regulating the Workplace The Burdens of Old Age Values Individual Freedom under Law Personal Responsibility Helping the Poor What It All Means Summing Up Questioning the Verdict The Role of Government Notes Index
About the author
Derek C. Bok is President Emeritus and Three Hundredth Anniversary University Professor, Harvard University.
Summary
This book is an eloquent assessment of where America stands, how its society has changed in the past half-century, and who or what is responsible for our current frustrations. Derek Bok examines America's progress in five areas: economic prosperity, quality of life, opportunity, personal security, and societal values.
