Discussion Post
Under the light of Douglas Beal's speech and Nobel Laureate Joseph Stiglitz's piece on Guardian, do you think that GDP is still the best way to measure economic progress in a country? If yes, explain. If not, what other metrics do you think that governments should concentrate on to achieve real economic progress? Why do you think that the 'so-called mainstream economists' and many politicians still put a lot of emphasis on GDP growth?
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.