The current U.S. recession in historical perspective

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a serious recession of the U.S. economy. It is not a usual recession.

A narrow focus on the gross domestic product as a measure of well-being is misleading, but economic growth is still important to achieve prosperity and sustainability

In the past, too much emphasis has sometimes been placed on gross domestic product (GDP) as a measure of well-being. Other indicators – such as health, education, CO2 emissions or the sustainable use of natural resources are equally important and should complement GDP. However, a complete departure from GDP or an end to economic growth would not be good ideas. Economic growth is an important determinant of prosperity and sustainability.

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