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Fred Block: Beyond Industrialism - Building Communities That Work for People

Fred Block: Beyond Industrialism - Building Communities That Work for People

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Fred Block, Research​ Professor of Sociology at UC Davis, joins Rob Johnson to discuss his latest book,​ The Habitation Society, which explores the need to move beyond industrial-era economic models to create an economy that prioritizes community well-being​. Block critiques how economic policies have fueled inequality and stagnation while offering solutions—such as restructuring public finance—to foster prosperity for all.

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Fred Block: Beyond Industrialism - Building Communities That Work for People

Fred Block: Beyond Industrialism - Building Communities That Work for People

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