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Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition

13 minJohn Perkins

What's it about

Ever wonder how the world's most powerful nations really control global resources? Discover the shocking truth behind international deals and learn how a secret system of debt, bribery, and coercion has shaped modern geopolitics and enriched a select few at the expense of millions. This explosive account takes you inside the shadowy world of "economic hit men." You'll learn the step-by-step playbook used to manipulate developing countries, see how inflated economic forecasts create inescapable debt traps, and understand the hidden forces that continue to drive global inequality today.

Meet the author

John Perkins is a former chief economist at a major international consulting firm who worked directly with the World Bank, IMF, and Fortune 500 corporations. His firsthand experiences as an "economic hit man" provided the foundation for his explosive, bestselling exposé. After a life-altering crisis of conscience, Perkins dedicated himself to exposing the hidden mechanics of global empire and advocating for a more just, sustainable world, a journey he continues to this day.

Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition book cover

What's it about

Ever wonder how the world's most powerful nations really control global resources? Discover the shocking truth behind international deals and learn how a secret system of debt, bribery, and coercion has shaped modern geopolitics and enriched a select few at the expense of millions. This explosive account takes you inside the shadowy world of "economic hit men." You'll learn the step-by-step playbook used to manipulate developing countries, see how inflated economic forecasts create inescapable debt traps, and understand the hidden forces that continue to drive global inequality today.

Meet the author

John Perkins is a former chief economist at a major international consulting firm who worked directly with the World Bank, IMF, and Fortune 500 corporations. His firsthand experiences as an "economic hit man" provided the foundation for his explosive, bestselling exposé. After a life-altering crisis of conscience, Perkins dedicated himself to exposing the hidden mechanics of global empire and advocating for a more just, sustainable world, a journey he continues to this day.

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