Back to Work: Why We Need Smart Government for a Strong Economy

Bill Clinton argues that the American economy cannot recover fully unless the government and private sector work together. He draws on his experience in office to propose measures for creating jobs, investing in infrastructure and education, reducing the deficit and making the tax system fairer. He criticizes the idea that government is always the problem, and provides examples of programs that worked from his own administration and from other countries.

It is for readers who want a Democratic perspective on the economic debate after the 2008 financial crisis. The book is written in a conversational style and gives a reasoned case for a moderate approach.

Outward-looking, growth-minded and clear-cut; an easy read.

Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?