Unfinished Business: Paul Keating's Interrupted Revolution

Discover 'Unfinished Business: Paul Keating's Interrupted Revolution', an insightful exploration of economic transformation in Australia during the 1980s. This thought-provoking book dissects former Prime Minister Paul Keating's ambitious strategies that reshaped the Australian economy by floating the dollar, deregulating banks, and instituting a universal superannuation scheme. Perfect for those interested in Australian politics and economic history, this comprehensive account highlights how Keating's visionary policies led to unprecedented growth and wealth accumulation for average Australians. Author David Love, a seasoned economic commentator, delves deep into the narrative of this revolution, shedding light on its untold aspects and explaining why Keating's unfinished agenda remains vital today. In the face of current economic challenges, Love warns against the risks posed by the abandonment of Keating's transformative policies. Ideal for history buffs, students, and anyone keen on understanding modern Australian economics, this book is a must-read. 'Unfinished Business' serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of completing the economic reforms initiated by Keating, making it a significant addition to your collection of political literature. Don't miss out on this essential analysis of Australia's financial landscape. Get your copy today and engage in a deeper understanding of economic principles exemplified by the Keating revolution.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921640148
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2009
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 272


Description:
In the early 1980s, Paul Keating set out to reinvent the Australian economy. He floated the Australian dollar, liberated banking and finance from its regulatory shackles, and - most significantly - introduced a universal superannuation scheme. The results were astounding growth in the value of the national economy and in the personal wealth of ordinary Australians.
Keating's revolution was based on his insight that, by encouraging every citizen to save for retirement, a huge pool of investment capital would be created that would help enrich the nation. But the fulfillment of his vision was denied by his political opponents after the Australian people voted Keating out in 1996.
In Unfinished Business, David Love, a veteran economic and financial observer, explores the stor of Keating's revolution - a story that has never been fully told - and sounds a timely warning that the failure to finish the job Keating started has left our new-found prosperity vulnerable, particularly in the current climate of international economic uncertainty. The Keating revolution, it turns out, is at least as relevant to the future as it has been to the past.


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