Why We Must Resist Economic Conventional Wisdom

The video discusses the flaws of conventional wisdom in economics and introduces the 'Economists for Inclusive Prosperity' initiative, which aims to involve economists in addressing societal challenges. It highlights the importance of policy briefs and the role of young economists. The critique of economics education and textbooks is addressed, emphasizing the need for a balanced view of market mechanisms and social coordination. The video also focuses on the contributions of academic economists to public policy discussions.

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