経済自由化の再考：改革への革新的アプローチ Rethinking Economic Liberalization : A Progressive Approach to Reform (Rethinking Political Science and International Studies series)

Levy, Jonah D.

Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd（2025/01発売）

• 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 248 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781802200515
• DDC分類 320.51

Full Description

In this innovative book, Jonah Levy conducts an insightful investigation into economic liberalisation and articulates a progressive alternative to neoliberalism, compatible with the values and interests of leftist governments and parties.

Levy identifies and expands on the vices of contemporary welfare capitalism, which have been previously targeted by progressive reformers seeking to improve the functioning of the economy while protecting the well-being of low-income and disadvantaged groups. Chapters delve into case studies from the UK, the Netherlands, Sweden and wider Europe that show progressive-liberal reforms by centre-left governments, assessing austerity budgets, tax cuts, the promotion of part-time employment and workfare. Levy provides a roadmap to guide the left's approach to economic liberalization and to ensure these actions can be understandable to voters. Ultimately, this book demonstrates how left-leaning governments across Europe can advance liberal objectives in a more just and inclusive manner.

Rethinking Economic Liberalization is an essential read for students and researchers of political science, political economy, sociology, public policy, and social welfare. Political practitioners and progressive think tanks will find the insights presented useful when navigating the challenge of economic liberalization.

Contents

Contents
1 Introduction to Rethinking Economic Liberalization: from neo-liberalism to progressive liberalism
2 Reducing budget deficits and equity deficits
3 Lower taxes, fairer taxes
4 Making atypical work typical: part-time employment
5 More work, better work: from benefits to employment
6 Conclusion: rethinking the politics of economic liberalization