Despite its shortcomings, GDP is still the main barometer of societal success. Iceland's PM says we should be measuring the happiness and health of a population, not just its wealth.
Watch @katrinjak on why Iceland has joined the wellbeing economy project
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https://www.icelandreview.com/society/young-women-iceland-considered-suicide/ … not sure Iceland is all that happy
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The Iceland comments suggested generally the loss of fear of approaching Armageddon. National GDP is all, regardless of designated global public goods. Elsewhere many NATO members are pressed to buy US weaponry without fully discussing the future of the organisation.
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The Wellbeing Economy seems to have support from among others the Prince of Wales and the governor of the Bank of England.
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Here is a contribution from Scotland. Adam Smith is often mentioned. Well known for introducing serious thinking about 'political economy', Smith's work needs updating Ms Sturgeon argued: "growth in GDP should not be pursued at any or all cost"https://www.ted.com/talks/nicola_sturgeon_why_governments_should_prioritize_well_being/transcript …
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