Avoid Fiscal & Economic Disaster: With Ethics, Economics and Excellence

The American people face unprecedented challenges that threaten our future. It is time to take action to safeguard our republic. Together, we can create a brighter tomorrow for ourselves, our children, and our children's children.

In Avoid Fiscal & Economic Disaster, readers are invited to explore the critical crossroads at which our nation stands. This compelling work delves into the pressing public policy issues that impact every American, from rising government debt levels to the erosion of trust in government. The authors present a thorough analysis of the current fiscal landscape, highlighting the urgent need for reform and undertaking proactive measures.

The book is framed to draw lessons from timeless wisdom offered from the fields of ethics, economics, and management excellence. Through insightful commentary and practical solutions, this book empowers readers to understand the complexities of our economic system. It emphasizes the importance of self-education leading to informed decision-making and actions for shaping a sustainable future. The narrative is enriched with real-world examples and expert insights, and is made accessible to a broad audience.

As the nation grapples with economic uncertainty, Avoid Fiscal & Economic Disaster serves as a wake-up call, urging individuals to take responsibility for their financial well-being and the health of the economy.

This book is not just a guide; it is a call to action. By fostering a sense of community and shared purpose, we can work together to overcome the challenges ahead and advance our future prosperity.

Bill Bergman has four decades of financial market and related public policy experience, including 13 years of service as an economist and financial markets policy analyst for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. He earned an MBA as well as an MA (Public Policy) from the University of Chicago in 1990. His education has included 8 foundational years at Sacred Heart Grade School in Winnetka Illinois, as well as 15 years as a finance instructor at several universities. He and his wife Margaret have raised three successful children.

Larry Feltes is a polymath as a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, farmer, economist, educator, financial management executive, and entrepreneurial consultant. Raised on a farm in West Chicago, he brings salt-of-the-earth, Pentagon, and strategic perspectives to bear on complex policy and economic issues. He has a BS in Economics (University of Wisconsin/ River Falls), MBA (University of Utah), and MPA (Auburn University) degrees and substantial Professional Military Education at Air University and National Defense University. He and his wife Shirley Conibear, MD, MPH live in Barrington, Illinois.