Rethinking the Economy

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Instead of the Invisible Hand, the Visible Toes?

March 1st, 2010 · No Comments

If Adam Smith’s “Invisible Hand” obscures how much the market is actively shaped by players, what’s a better metaphor?

How about the Visible Toes?

Visible — we actively shape the market…

Toes — but only somewhat. You can close — or nudge — a door with your toes. But drawing an accurate plan of a Green house or orchestrating a plot? Not so much.

Am I serious? No. Could this goofing around help to find a better metaphor? Stay tuned…

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