The article outlines the meaning of capitalism rejecting some current narratives with which it is conventionally associated. Questioning the traditional concept of morality the author shows how, following the tradition of classical liberalism, free market and competition could be seen as a proper framework for a “moral” political order based on tolerance and predictability of human actions. Recently, two important books, Luigi Zingales, Manifesto capitalista, and Alberto Mingardi, L’intelligenza del denaro, confront the problems of a proper definition of capitalism and its proper way of working. These two books, although different for several reasons, cast a new light on the role of politics in society and on the complex relationship between politics, ethics and economy. Looking at these works it is also possible to find a new way of thinking about how to modify existing institutions and social structures in order to expand the possibilities for economic and social flourishing.

Quale capitalismo?

Antonio Masala
2014-01-01

Abstract

The article outlines the meaning of capitalism rejecting some current narratives with which it is conventionally associated. Questioning the traditional concept of morality the author shows how, following the tradition of classical liberalism, free market and competition could be seen as a proper framework for a “moral” political order based on tolerance and predictability of human actions. Recently, two important books, Luigi Zingales, Manifesto capitalista, and Alberto Mingardi, L’intelligenza del denaro, confront the problems of a proper definition of capitalism and its proper way of working. These two books, although different for several reasons, cast a new light on the role of politics in society and on the complex relationship between politics, ethics and economy. Looking at these works it is also possible to find a new way of thinking about how to modify existing institutions and social structures in order to expand the possibilities for economic and social flourishing.
2014
Masala, Antonio
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