Best Free Enterprise Books of 2025

The book "Capitalist Punishment: How Wall Street Is Using Your Money to Create a Country You Didn't Vote For" by Vivek Ramaswamy sheds light on how three Wall Street firms have quietly taken control of the American economy and are using their power to force governments and businesses to adhere to their political agenda. The author reveals how these firms are using "passive funds" to accumulate power and push their social policies, which are detrimental to the economy and democracy. Ramaswamy's book is an educational tour de force that exposes the largest fiduciary breaches, antitrust abuses, and First Amendment violations of the twenty-first century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in financial markets and the future of democracy.

It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism by Bernie Sanders is a New York Times bestseller that reflects on the current state of capitalism in America. The book argues that the system is fueled by uncontrolled greed, prioritizing corporate profits over the needs of ordinary Americans. Sanders advocates for fundamental economic and political change, where economic rights are recognized as human rights. This book presents a vision that extends beyond the promises of past campaigns, revealing what would be possible if the political revolution took place. It's a thought-provoking read that challenges readers to question the systems that have failed us and demand change.

Un-Civilizing America by William Bonner is a thought-provoking read that delves into the American economy and the power struggles that exist behind the scenes. The author discusses the importance of win-win deals and how market-set prices are more effective than politically controlled ones. He also sheds light on the shadow groups that influence America and the government's phony wars. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American or global economics and finance. It offers a unique perspective on the evolution of morals and civilization and the status of the American experiment.

Discrimination and Disparities by Thomas Sowell examines the origins of economic disparities and challenges the idea that different economic outcomes can be explained by any one factor, be it discrimination, exploitation, or genetics. The book analyzes the human consequences of prevailing social visions of these disparities and the policies based on that vision. The author presents a well-researched and thought-provoking argument that is both accessible and relevant. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex issues surrounding economic disparities.

Economic Facts and Fallacies, 2nd edition by Thomas Sowell is an essential read for anyone interested in economics. The book debunks popular economic fallacies disseminated by the media and politicians, such as mistaken ideas about income differences, male-female economic differences, and fallacies about Third World countries. Sowell’s writing style is easy to follow and provides real-world examples to explain complex issues. The book’s theme of challenging fallacies that have a certain plausibility is both necessary and important. Overall, Economic Facts and Fallacies is a thought-provoking and informative read that challenges readers to examine their beliefs about economics.

Taxes Have Consequences: An Income Tax History of the United States is a thorough analysis of the impact of income tax on the American economy since its inception in 1913. The book highlights the inverse relationship between income tax rates and the economy's performance. The authors, Arthur B. Laffer, Brian Domitrovic, and Jeanne Cairns Sinquefield, present a compelling argument that income tax cuts led to economic growth, while high tax rates resulted in economic decline. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in economic history and policy.

The Big Myth: How American Business Taught Us to Loathe Government and Love the Free Market is a thought-provoking analysis of the history of the "free market" myth in America. The authors, Naomi Oreskes and Erik M. Conway, provide a detailed account of how business elites and their allies have successfully promoted the idea that "big government" is bad and unfettered markets are good, leading to disastrous consequences for society. The book is richly researched and offers a scorching indictment of free market fundamentalism. Overall, this is an urgent and important read that sheds light on the dangers of blindly accepting the myth of the "free market."

Economics in One Lesson by Henry Hazlitt is a must-read for anyone interested in economic theory. Hazlitt, a libertarian philosopher, economist, and journalist, defends capitalism and the free market from economic myths that still persist today. His focus on non-governmental solutions, anti-deficit position, and emphasis on free markets and economic liberty of individuals make this book as relevant today as it was when it was first published in 1946. The book is concise, instructive, and far-reaching, and it is no wonder that economic commentators across the political spectrum have credited Hazlitt with foreseeing the collapse of the global economy. A magnificent job of theoretical exposition that every American should read.

The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation is the Key to an Abundant Future by Jeff Booth is a thought-provoking book that challenges our current economic systems. Booth argues that our systems were built for a pre-technology era and are no longer effective in the face of technological advancements. He advocates for embracing deflation and the abundance it can bring instead of relying on easy credit and debt. The book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and economics and offers a hopeful but potentially alarming situation for our future.

The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism by Martin Wolf is a thought-provoking book that analyzes the current state of the relationship between democracy and capitalism. Wolf argues that the ties that bind these two systems together are threatened, and a divorce of capitalism from democracy would be a calamity for the world. Despite its flaws, democratic capitalism remains the best system for human flourishing. However, the growth of prosperity has slowed, and the division of its fruits between the few and the rest has become more unequal. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of our political and economic systems.