In his “What’s the Economy for, Anyway?” essay, de Graaf’s main claim concerns re-seeing the purpose of the economy in America. In one or two sentences, explain what the purpose of the economy is, according to de Graaf.
From the start of the essay, De Graaf makes a counterargument that addresses his opposition (the “status quo” that defines the purpose of the economy differently from him). In one or two sentences, explain the “status quo” position and/or stance that de Graaf is against.
In approximately 50-100 words, briefly explain how de Graaf supports his claim that “Europeans improved their quality of life relative to Americans?” Additionally, in another 50-100 words, explain how such support could’ve been more developed, or expanded on in detail, to make the argument more persuasive.
Notably, de Graaf’s essay prompts readers to consider a number of other topics and/or arguments. As you see it, what are two or three topics and/or arguments that one could make that are prompted by de Graaf’s essay?