The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It

Written by:
Robert B. Reich
Narrated by:
Robert B. Reich

Unabridged Audiobook

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26
Narrator
7
Release Date
March 2020
Duration
6 hours 8 minutes
Summary
From the bestselling author of Saving Capitalism and The Common Good, comes an urgent analysis of how the 'rigged' systems of American politics and power operate, how this status quo came to be, and how average citizens can enact change.

There is a mounting sense that our political-economic system is no longer working, but what is the core problem and how do we remedy it? With the characteristic clarity and passion that have made him a central civil voice, bestselling author of Saving Capitalism and The Common Good Robert B. Reich shows how wealth and power have combined to install an oligarchy and undermine democracy. Reich exposes the myths of meritocracy, national competitiveness, corporate social responsibility, the “free market,” and the political “center,” all of which are used by those at the top to divert attention from their takeover of the system and to justify their accumulation of even more wealth and power. In demystifying the current system, Reich reveals where power actually lies and how it is wielded, and invites us to reclaim power and remake the system for all.
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Crystal D.

The middle section was the most informative. I wish the beginning and last thirds gave more explanations and concrete illustrative examples rather than repeating “the system” “socialism” “capitalism” in broad terms. Half the time I couldn’t follow and these are now politically sensitive buzzwords that could prevent a good message from reaching people. Those lofty sections felt like soap box speeches instead of proven points. Also was ignorant on racial issues. Us middle class white folks prioritizing our success over historically legally marginalized communities (particularly African Americans) IS racist, so yes, both the foundation of the last president’s messages and his followers’ focus were inherently racist. The author went to great lengths to try to convince us that this wasn’t the case. I hope the author and fellow white readers will come to understand HOW racism operates there, not “if”.

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Vasilije S.

Really good summary of our situation and a path forward by a great man.

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Kevin E.

essential for those dumbed down.

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David F.

Insightful. Documents the status quo and why it must change. Paints a good picture of American people, our beliefs, and how can we change oligarchy trend equitably.

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