I think that Caspar Davis's critique of economics (the 10 numbered
points in particular) provides one of the more useful ways of probing
the issue of whether economists can be relevant to current concerns, and
why much of contemporary economics is held in disrepute. I don't
necessary buy all of these points, or agree with the specific
formulations, but no matter. They are a meaty contribution to the
specific train of analysis and aargument, and if chewed over and
debated, can probably help lead us both to some generally useful
conclusions about reshaping our economies and societies and,
specifically, dealinng with the "future of work" which is the core topic
and concern of this list.
Saul Silverman
