The World Is Curved: Hidden Dangers to the Global Economy, with David Smick June 2, 2009

David Smick argues, "The world is curved. We can't see over the horizon… and that is why the world has become such a dangerous place." Looking back at how the economic deck of cards was formed and how it failed, Smick will examine the challenges presented by a curved world. From the local mortgage mess to Wall Street to the global Asian markets, Smick will address: How bad can things really get in today’s volatile economy? And what can we do about it?

Smick is the best-selling author of The World is Curved. Global economic strategist and founder of The International Economy, he has also written for the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and the New York Times. Hailed has “one of the most respected economic thinkers in the country” by CNN, Smick has advised both Republican and Democratic presidential candidates.

Book sale and signing will follow the presentation.

The People’s University offers free lectures from renowned experts on a wide array of engaging topics. This summer, The People’s University explores globalization and its complexities through a new series, Globalization Unearthed, presented by the Library Foundation of Hennepin County. All programs are held in the Central Library's Pohlad Hall in downtown Minneapolis (300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401), and are free and open to the public. No registration required. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open at 6:15 PM. Lectures begin at 7 PM.

Promotional support provided by the Minnesota International Center.

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