The critique of economic inequality in Western political thought : the continuity of an idea -- The liberal republic and the emergence of capitalism : the political theories of optimism and radicalism -- The transformation of American capitalism : from class antagonism to reconciliation --...

Why study the economy? -- The evolving economy and economics -- Markets as economic institutions : supply and demand -- Governments and nonprofits as economic institutions -- The twin problems of unemployment and underemployment -- The kitchen table economy : keeping up with rising costs --...

Introduction: moderation in all things, even income -- Defining excess -- The magic of maximum multiples -- A society without a super rich -- Pipe dream or politically practical project? -- Evolving toward equity