WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- In the heat of the 2004 presidential race, key campaign issues spark serious debate. The Angry Liberal's Handbook of Economics (now available through AuthorHouse) by Benedict Arbutiski reveals how leaders of the Democratic Party can better address America's current fiscal flaws and promote a positive new direction.
Writing from a left-of-center point of view, Arbutiski expresses concern that the Republicans seem to be gaining ground in economic debates while Democrats continue to rely on old rhetoric. He advises liberal leaders to shed the "worn out 'people versus the powerful' populist position" and build one based on a fundamental knowledge of America's capitalist system.
Written in terms that are easy to understand, The Angry Liberal's Handbook of Economics provides a clear explanation of how the economy works. Arbutiski first establishes a background of basic information that every American should know: income distribution, corporate policies, government involvement, output and growth. From there, he delves deeper into policy issues, such as taxation, social security, international trade, education and energy.
In addition to providing essential information, Arbutiski offers numerous specific proposals he feels should be pursued by Democratic leadership. For example, he suggests abolishing corporate income taxes and establishing a new, graduated federal sales tax. He also delivers details on how to fulfill future social security and Medicare obligations and establish an energy policy that will reduce America's dependence on foreign oil supplies.
A vital tool for increasing economic awareness, The Angry Liberal's Handbook of Economics can help readers become better citizens by using their intelligence to demand better from their government.
Arbutiski was "born a Democrat" in western Pennsylvania. The son of a coal miner, his mother encouraged him to succeed in school, and he eventually received a full scholarship to Cornell University's School of Chemical Engineering. He later earned his Master of Business Administration from the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania. He worked in the oil industry for more than 30 years and visited more than 20 countries throughout his career. Arbutiski has written many technical reports and is a seasoned public speaker, but The Angry Liberal's Handbook of Economics is his first book.
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