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In this article the author argues that poor political decision making and policies in the U.S. are having a negative impact on the American economy. He comments on how the 2008 global financial crisis has increased the global income gap and examines how economic stability is being stunted by unemployment for youth, government debt, and the reluctance of companies to engage in long-term investments. He also explores how political polarization in the U.S. is impacting the 2012 presidential race, between President Barack Obama and Republican Party candidate Mitt Romney, and discusses how economic problems in European countries have contributed to political reform efforts. Other topics include European integration, the Occupy Wall Street protest movement, and bipartisanship.

The author offers opinions about recovery for the euro currency after brinkmanship of politicians over the economy of Greece in 2012. Topics include austerity measures in Greece amidst protests, the potential decrease in economic development of countries such as Spain and Italy, and the monetary policy pursued by European leaders to increase business competition.