Cass R. Sunstein Knihy

Predstavte si, že dvaja lekári v tom istom meste určujú rozdielne diagnózy rovnakým ­pacientom, alebo že dvaja sudcovia na tom istom súde vymeriavajú rôzne tresty páchateľom za rovnaké zločiny. A teraz si predstavte, že ten istý lekár a ten istý sudca prijímajú rôzne rozhodnutia podľa toho,či je ráno alebo popoludnie, či je pondelok alebo streda, alebo či ešte neobedovali. To sú príklady šumu: variabilita v úsudkoch, ktoré by mali byť rovnaké. Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony a Cass R. Sunstein v tejto knihe ukazujú, ako šum spôsobuje chyby v mnohých oblastiach vrátane medicíny, práva, verejného zdravia, ekonomických ­prognóz, forenzných vied, ochrany detí, kreatívnej stratégie, hodnotenia výkonnosti a prijímania zamestnancov. Hoci sa šum vyskytuje všade, kde sa ľudia rozhodujú a robia úsudky, ­jednotlivci aj organizácie bežne ignorujú jeho vplyv, a tak zbytočne prichádzajú o značné ­prostriedky. Kniha Šum je plná nových myšlienok a vychádza z podrobných analýz a ­rozsiahlych prípadových štúdií, vďaka ktorým sa knihy Myslenie rýchle a pomalé a Nudge stali ­medzinárodnými bestsellermi. Vysvetľuje, ako a prečo sú ľudia takí náchylní podľahnúť šumu a skresleniu pri rozhodovaní. Všetci robíme chyby v úsudkoch, a to viac, než si myslíme. Táto ­prelomová kniha prináša niekoľko jednoduchých riešení a skúma, čo môžeme urobiť, aby sme sa rozhodovali lepšie.

Every day we make decisions: about the things that we buy or the meals we eat; about the investments we make or our children's health and education; even the causes that we champion or the planet itself. Unfortunately, we often choose poorly. We are all susceptible to biases that can lead us to make bad decisions that make us poorer, less healthy and less happy. And, as Thaler and Sunstein show, no choice is ever presented to us in a neutral way. By knowing how people think, we can make it easier for them to choose what is best for them, their families and society. Using dozens of eye-opening examples the authors demonstrate how to nudge us in the right directions, without restricting our freedom of choice. Nudge offers a unique new way of looking at the world for individuals and governments alike.This is one of the most engaging, provocative and important books you will ever read.

This Palgrave Pivot offers comprehensive evidence about what people actually think of “nudge” policies designed to steer decision makers’ choices in positive directions. The data reveal that people in diverse nations generally favor nudges by strong majorities, with a preference for educative efforts – such as calorie labels - that equip individuals to make the best decisions for their own lives. On the other hand, there are significant arguments for noneducational nudges – such as automatic enrollment in savings plans - as they allow people to devote their scarce time and attention to their most pressing concerns. The decision to use either educative or noneducative nudges raises fundamental questions about human freedom in both theory and practice. Sunstein's findings and analysis offer lessons for those involved in law and policy who are choosing which method to support as the most effective way to encourage lifestyle changes.

The authors address concerns about the influence of unaccountable bureaucrats, referred to as the deep state, by advocating for a moral framework that promotes transparency and accountability in government. They argue that while the administrative state can appear daunting, it has the potential to operate on principled grounds, ensuring that rulemakers act ethically and do not misuse their power.

Featuring a collection of provocative essays from a bestselling author known for stirring debate, this volume showcases some of the most controversial writings that have defined his reputation as a bold and influential voice in America. Each essay tackles pressing societal issues, challenging conventions and provoking thought, making this compilation a significant contribution to contemporary discourse. Readers can expect a blend of sharp insights and fearless commentary that reflects the author's unique perspective on modern America.

Explores the circumstances that could lead to a presidential impeachment, considering possible arguments and explaining the legal process that is involved in the removal of power.

Proposes a way of interpreting the Constitution of US, one that respects the Constitution's text and history but also refuses to view the document as frozen in time. This book illuminates the underpinnings of constitutionalism itself, and shows that ours is indeed a Constitution, not of any particular generation, but of many minds.

As Benjamin Franklin famously put it, Americans have a republic, if we can keep it. Preserving the Constitution and the democratic system it supports is the public's responsibility. One route the Constitution provides for discharging that duty--a route rarely traveled--is impeachment. Harvard Law professor Cass R. Sunstein provides a succinct citizen's guide to this essential tool of self-government. Taking us deeper than mere partisan politics, he illuminates the constitutional design behind impeachment and emphasizes the people's role in holding presidents accountable. In spite of the loud national debate between pundits and politicians alike over whether or not to impeach Trump, impeachment remains widely misunderstood. Sunstein identifies and corrects a number of common misconceptions. For example, he shows how the Constitution, not the House of Representatives, establishes grounds for impeachment, and that the president can be impeached for abuses of power that do not violate the law. Even neglect of duty counts among the "high crimes and misdemeanors" delineated in the republic's foundational document. Sunstein describes how impeachment helps make sense of our constitutional order, particularly the framers' controversial decision to install an empowered executive in a nation deeply fearful of kings. With an eye toward the past and the future, Impeachment: A Citizen's Guide considers a host of actual and imaginable arguments for a president's removal, explaining why some cases are easy and others hard, why some arguments for impeachment have been judicious and others not. And with an appendix on the Mueller report, it puts the current national debate in its proper historical context. In direct and approachable terms, it dispels the fog surrounding impeachment so that Americans of all political convictions may use their ultimate civic authority wisely.- from Amazon

This book offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary perspectives on rationality within economics and social sciences. It presents a clear and self-contained exploration of how rationality is conceptualized and applied in these fields, making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience. By examining various theories and their implications, the text encourages readers to engage critically with the notion of rationality and its relevance in understanding human behavior and decision-making.

"We live in an era of tribalism, polarization, and intense social division--separating people along lines of religion, political conviction, race, ethnicity, and sometimes gender. How did this happen? In Conformity, Cass R. Sunstein argues that the key to making sense of living in this fractured world lies in understanding the idea of conformity--what it is and how it works--as well as the countervailing force of dissent."--Publisher