John Kenneth Galbraith (1908–2006) was a Canadian-American economist, public official, and author. He was a leading proponent of 20th-century American liberalism and a key figure in the institutional economics movement. Galbraith served in various governmental roles, including as U.S. Ambassador to India under President Kennedy. He wrote extensively on economic topics, with notable works including "The Affluent Society" and "The New Industrial State." Galbraith was known for his critique of conventional economic thought and his advocacy for public policy that addressed social inequalities.
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