Progressive Economics 101

Post date: 2020-07-07 13:52:27

A college-age acquaintance has asked for help finding media that explains why social programs/social investment is economically beneficial. We have a chance to turn one to our side here, please help!

What are some compelling articles, accessible books, or other media I can share with a young person (college age) looking to learn more about why social programs work?

This young person is currently exploring their political beliefs, and they understand that, for example, America's health care system is harmful for many Americans, and that poor folks deserve quality health care even if they can't "afford" it (they come from an economically privileged background). But they have difficulty wrapping their head around the idea, for example, that a government that spends a lot on social programs isn't worse off. Spending = bad and saving = good, in their mind.

This person has good intentions but is just uninformed. The most impactful resources for them will be compelling but not complex. Let's help them become an awesome little socialist! Where to start?

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