It’s the total spending in the economy that drives employment, not just the price of labor.

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His book, The General Theory , was a direct response to the Great Depression. Before him, most experts thought the economy would just fix itself if we waited long enough. Keynes famously countered: "In the long run, we are all dead."

If you’ve ever wondered why governments spend money to "stimulate" the economy during a recession, you can thank this guy: .

1️⃣ Effective Demand: Jobs exist because people spend, not just because workers are cheap.2️⃣ Animal Spirits: Our economic decisions are driven by emotion and "spontaneous optimism," not just math.3️⃣ Fiscal Policy: Governments have the power—and responsibility—to bridge the gap during crises.

John Maynard Keynes’ 1936 masterpiece, The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money , didn’t just change economics—it started a revolution.

Keynes famously argued that markets aren’t always self-correcting. During a slump, "animal spirits" (our human urge for action over inaction) can falter, leading to persistent unemployment that won't fix itself without a nudge.