Stiglitz Says Small Businesses Need Special Attention

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on economic inequality, highlighting the deficiencies in the US economic and social systems. It critiques the reliance on monetary policy and the unequal benefits it provides, particularly to the wealthy. The discussion emphasizes the need for targeted support for small businesses and improvements in healthcare and education. It contrasts the US response with New Zealand's effective handling of the pandemic and economic aftermath.

Which country does the professor mention as having handled the pandemic and its economic aftermath well?

What are some of the measures taken by New Zealand to support its economy during the pandemic?

In what ways does the professor believe the United States has performed poorly compared to other countries during the pandemic?