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David Schweickart is a philosopher and mathematician whose work explores alternatives to capitalism. His scholarship centers on a model termed 'Economic Democracy,' which integrates market mechanisms with worker ownership and democratic control over investment. Schweickart's writings present a detailed vision of a society where enterprises are socially owned and managed by their employees, leading to more equitable distribution of profits and capital. His analyses are instrumental in understanding the potential and challenges of market socialism.

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2011
After Capitalism
280 pages
10 hours of reading
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Economic Democracy, as proposed by David Schweickart, presents a compelling alternative to capitalism by merging market efficiency with enhanced workplace democracy and investment structures. The updated second edition responds to the challenges of globalization and rising debates on entrepreneurship, featuring a new preface, refreshed data, and reorganized chapters. It addresses contemporary issues such as economic instability, the current crisis, and China's role in the global economy. Schweickart's analysis combines theoretical insights with empirical research to demonstrate the model's relevance today.
1996
Against Capitalism
404 pages
15 hours of reading
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The book presents a compelling case for Economic Democracy, advocating for a system of democratically run enterprises that supplant capitalist financial markets. It claims this model will enhance efficiency, promote rational growth, and foster a more democratic and egalitarian society while reducing feelings of alienation. Through this framework, the author challenges traditional capitalist structures, proposing a transformative approach to economic organization.

After Capitalism

Against Capitalism