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A System out of Alignment
Capitalism has been the most powerful economic engine for human progress ever devised, but it is currently running hot and out of alignment. On September 13, 1970, the publication of a profoundly influential essay by Milton Friedman began the corporate shift back to prioritizing short-term shareholder returns above all else, rolling back the hard won economic reforms that benefited all stakeholders. The mechanism that once drove everyone forward was recircuited, sending its power to a few select parts and leaving the rest of the machine to sputter and stall. ​
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At its core, this is more than a mechanical failure; it is a crisis of the spirit. When we detach profit from purpose, we lose sight of the sacred truth that we are created to be stewards, called to build and preserve a world where every person’s dignity is honored and every life has the chance to flourish.
A Critical Juncture
​The world of today looks vastly different from the mid-20th century. We face a global economy defined by unprecedented connectivity but also profound uncertainty. The short-term profit mentality of the last several decades has pushed our social and environmental thresholds to their limits.
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At Better Capitalism, we believe we aren't at the end of the capitalist story. Instead, we are at a critical juncture where we must return to a framework of universal flourishing or face the mounting negative consequences.
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Better Capitalism: Leading the Way Back to Shared Prosperity and Purpose
The Institute for Better Capitalism, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bridging the gap between what the economy is and what it ought to be. We serve as a North Star for business, academic, and faith leaders, providing the roadmap back to a system rooted in shared prosperity and purpose. By advocating for spiritually-grounded, long-term strategies that benefit all stakeholders, we assist courageous leaders in promoting an economy that thrives by contributing to everyone’s welfare.
Join the Movement!
We invite you to help us redefine the bottom line. Whether you are heading a business, challenging minds in the classroom, or guiding a congregation, your leadership is the catalyst for a more equitable future. Together, we can restore the integrity of the market and ensure that the pursuit of profit serves the higher purpose of human flourishing.
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We're here to help you on the journey! We offer books, consultation, and speaking engagements for your business, school, or congregation.
The Institute for Better Capitalism, Inc. equips ethically-minded business, academic, and faith leaders to inspire and implement shared economic purpose and profitability.
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Discover how to bridge the gap between values and financial success. Better Capitalism provides the framework needed to build a more equitable, profitable, and spiritually-aligned economic system.
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"A capitalism that works for everyone isn't a dream—it’s a choice. It requires the courage to lead with conscience and the wisdom to recognize that we rise or fall together. We have the capitalism we create.” Knowlton & Hedges