Libertarian Paternalisms - Nudge

Libertarian paternalism?

I can't figure out this book, but I can't put it down - Thaler and Sunstein can write! Who knew, an economist and a lawyer and they make reference to Homer Simpson to illustrate their idea of . . . choice architecture. Certainly nudge sounds less threatening.

I have to admit, I am constantly risking the thought that I'd love to see a debate between the authors and Robert Higgs.

OK, a blurb from a Nobel Laureate whose work figures prominently in the book.


"How often do you read a book that is both important and amusing, both practical and deep? This gem of a book presents the best idea that has come out of behavioral economics. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to see both our minds and our society working better. It will improve your decisions and it will make the world a better place."-Daniel Kahneman, Princeton University, Nobel Laureate in Economics (Daniel Kahneman )

http://www.nudges.org/