Synopses & Reviews
This current and inclusive book discusses the role of government in American economy--"covering such topics as antitrust laws, deregulation of communication, consumer protection, employment policy, and the roles of special interest groups." A look at international trading blocks, and America in a global economy, provides readers with an understanding of the far reaching effects of government on the U.S., and gives them a wealth of knowledge valuable in their everyday life as American citizens and consumers. Chapter topics include government regulation; the Supreme Court and the Sherman Act, Federal Trade Commission, and Clayton Acts; employment policies; environmental protection; deregulation of transportation, financial institutions, and communications; foreign trade; international trade; and the United States in a world economy. For individuals interested in learning more about the ways in which the government impacts the American economy--ranging from taxing to spending, and economic to social regulation.