Part 4/9:
Reassessing Economic Goals: Quality of Work over Quantity of Goods
Cass contended that the prevailing economic model equated happiness with the availability of cheap goods, often overlooking the critical importance of job quality and economic stability for families. While consumers may enjoy lower prices in the short term, the long-term consequences of hollowed-out job markets manifest in economic stagnation and social challenges. He emphasized that striving for a balanced economy, where local job creation flourishes alongside reasonable consumer prices, is essential for sustainable growth.