Sidney Weintraub Books

Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It has been carefully chosen by scholars for its importance, offering insights that are vital to understanding historical and societal contexts.

The book offers an insightful analysis of inflation and income distribution from the perspective of a renowned American economist. It delves into the complex factors influencing these economic issues, exploring both direct and indirect impacts. Through a detailed examination, the author provides a nuanced understanding of how inflation affects various income groups and the broader economic landscape.

Focusing on the Johnson administration, this book analyzes the U.S. strategy of economic coercion as a tool for foreign policy. It presents detailed case studies that highlight instances of unilateral economic pressure employed by the United States to influence other nations. Through these examples, the author explores the effectiveness and implications of such tactics in achieving diplomatic goals.

With the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the U.S. proposal for the widening of NAFTA to include the whole of the Western Hemisphere, there is now a greater mutuality of interest between the U.S. and the rest of the hemisphere than at any time in the recent past. Mexico, Canada, and the United States continue to deepen and refine their understanding of the practical implications of NAFTA. Latin American and Caribbean countries--most now democracies--have altered their development philosophy, placing greater stress on the workings of the market and opening their own markets to import competition. North America and other hemispheric subregions are seeking greater economic integration behind lowered trade barriers. Under this new philosophy, what other countries of the hemisphere most want is assurance of access to the markets of each other and the United States. This common thinking is what makes the present a most propitious moment for hemispheric cooperation.