n this powerful and thought-provoking book, Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph E. Stiglitz presents a bold new vision of personal and economic freedom. He argues that the idea of freedom has been hijacked by the political Right, leading to exploitation and inequality. Stiglitz contends that the neoliberal experiment has failed, delivering only crises and stagnation for most people. Drawing on his expertise as an economic advisor to presidents and his work at the World Bank, Stiglitz exposes the flaws in the current economic system and political ideology. He shows how unfettered markets have exploited consumers, workers, and the environment, fueling populist movements that threaten true economic and political freedom. Stiglitz argues that we must reimagine our economic and legal systems to create a more just and innovative society. He proposes a deeper, more humane understanding of freedom, one that considers the conflicts between individual freedoms and the well-being of all. By reframing how we think about freedom and the role of the state, Stiglitz offers a path forward to a more equitable and prosperous future for all.