The Secret History of the American Empire
Dream Change is a nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable development. Mr. Perkins is a former international business consultant.
John Perkins talked about his book, The Secret History of the American Empire: Economic Hit Men, Jackals, and the Truth about Global… read more
John Perkins talked about his book, The Secret History of the American Empire: Economic Hit Men, Jackals, and the Truth about Global Corruption, published by Dutton. It is a follow-up to his 2005 book, Confessions of an Economic Hit Man. Mr. Perkins argued that the United States uses its foreign policy to further U.S. business interests around the globe, often to the detriment of poor countries. After his presentation he responded to audience members' questions.
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