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PublisherMcClelland & Stewart

ISBN-100771038623

ISBN-139780771038624

eBay Product ID (ePID)17038735951

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Book TitleRight Here, Right Now : Politics and Leadership in the Age of Disruption

Number of Pages240 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicPolitical Process / General, Economic History, Globalization, History & Theory, Social History, Economics / General, Political Ideologies / Conservatism & Liberalism

Publication Year2018

GenrePolitical Science, Business & Economics, History

AuthorStephen J. Harper

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight15.3 Oz

Item Length9.3 in

Item Width6.2 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2019-393680

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal320.52

SynopsisOn the Age of Disruption This is an age of increasing disruption of all sorts-one that is now having significant political impacts in even the most stable, advanced democracies. On President Trump I do not know whether Donald Trump's presidency will succeed or not. But what I do know is that the issues that gave rise to his candidacy are not going away. On Public Policy The policy-maker has to understand why something is good public policy and continually evaluate how it is playing out. And if it's not working out well for the public, in a democracy, you fix the policy; you do not denounce the public. On International Trade Trade is complicated. It has winners and losers. Trade negotiations require clear-eyed knowledge and in-depth assessment. It is as possible to get a bad deal as a good deal. And political leaders have a responsibility to know the difference. On Immigration The real key to a successful immigration system is convincing the public that the system serves the national interest, that it is not injurious to working people, and that it is administered with integrity and consistency. On Conservatism Conservatism is rooted not in abstract "first principles" but in real-world experience applies to the needs of regular people. On Global Business Get back to basics. Invest and hire, contribute positively to the communities in which you operate, and make sure the people you touch know about your enterprise and what you are doing for them. Distance your own firm from unnecessary controversy and bad business behaviour. Book jacket., In this timely and insightful new book, Stephen J. Harper, Canada's 22nd Prime Minister, draws on a decade of experience as a G-7 leader to help leaders in business and government understand, adapt, and thrive in an age of unprecedented disruption. The world is in flux. Disruptive technologies, ideas, and politicians are challenging business models, norms, and political conventions everywhere. How we, as leaders in business and politics, choose to respond matters greatly. Some voices refuse to concede the need for any change, while others advocate for radical realignment. But neither of these positions can sustainably address the legitimate concerns of disaffected citizens. Right Here, Right Now sets out a pragmatic, forward-looking vision for leaders in business and politics by analyzing how economic, social, and public policy trends--including globalized movements of capital, goods and services, and labour--have affected our economies, communities, and governments. Harper contends that Donald Trump's surprise election and governing agenda clearly signal that political, economic, and social institutions must be more responsive to legitimate concerns about public policy, market regulation, immigration, and technology. Urging readers to look past questions of style and gravitas, Harper thoughtfully examines the substantive underpinnings of how and why Donald Trump was able to succeed Barack Obama as President of the United States, and how these forces are manifesting themselves in other western democracies. Analyzing international trade, market regulation, immigration, technology, and the role of government in the digital economy, Harper lays out the case for pragmatic leadership as a proven solution to the uncertainty and risk that businesses and governments face today.

LC Classification NumberJC573.2.C2.H37 2018