Cette série explore la relation complexe entre les politiques sociales et la prospérité économique. Remettant en question la sagesse conventionnelle, elle soutient que la redistribution des revenus et les dépenses sociales peuvent en fait alimenter la croissance économique au lieu de l'entraver. Elle offre une analyse convaincante pour quiconque s'intéresse à l'intersection de l'économie, de la politique et du bien-être sociétal.
Growing Public examines the question of whether social policies that redistribute income impose constraints on economic growth. Lindert argues that, contrary to the intuition of many economists and the ideology of many politicians, social spending has contributed to, rather than inhibited, economic growth.
The book explores the relationship between social spending and economic growth, challenging the common belief that income redistribution hinders economic progress. Peter Lindert presents evidence showing that social policies can positively influence growth, offering a comprehensive view of the evolution of social spending over time. This analysis provides a fresh perspective on the debates surrounding taxes and transfers, emphasizing the beneficial role of social policies in fostering economic development.