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Why isn't economics included in compulsory education?

I read about 10 books a month, but I've always had some problems with the way I read.
I have a habit of writing down books that I want to read quickly, or that seem easy to finish.
Even if I haven't finished reading it, I still find myself reading it while cheating.
As a result, relatively difficult and thick books that do not fit this category tend to be put off.
One of the main reasons is that it is difficult to carry around.
When I go to and from Shiga, I usually bring three thin books with me on the train, but
When it comes to extremely thick books, even a single volume will exceed that amount in volume and weight...
Moreover, it is far from being something you can read casually on the train. It seems like you need to be prepared to read it.
That's how I felt. So, I have a book that I've been neglecting for about a year.
That is
Krugman Microeconomics

Krugman Macroeconomics
Both are huge books, costing 5000 yen each and measuring about 4cm in A5 size.
The contents are in color, with many graphs and stories, and economics, which may seem complicated, is easy to understand.
It is a masterpiece that makes you think, "What is the point of buying a house?" Incidentally, the author is the 2008 Nobel Prize winner in economics.
There are probably many economics professors out there, but I am a layman like myself.
It is Krugman who makes it easy to read and interesting.
This is probably due to his ability as an educator or speaker.
This is exactly the kind of ability we are looking for. For example, even if you don't have a teaching license, you can still learn elementary school arithmetic.
Most adults can understand it. But when it comes to getting children interested and understanding it,
Not everyone can do this, especially if the students are bored or taking a nap.
In that case, of course it is important to scold students, but as a professional, it is also important to question one's own abilities.
I don't think so.
Apparently, when you enter the Faculty of Economics, you first learn microeconomics.
There seems to be little difference in opinion among scholars.
This book is a great read, and I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
Even if you come across an article that you don't understand, you will be able to make your own judgment.
Many businessmen read a lot of books by economic commentators, but they don't read the textbook-like economics books.
I think they haven't read the books. In other words, they haven't learned the basics.
That is to say. I am one of them, but at least those who become politicians
I came to believe that it is impossible to make accurate judgments without knowledge of economics.
Also, it is the general public who chooses politicians. When it comes to deciding which politician to choose,
The main point is to choose based on the merits of the policies. However, it is difficult to choose an ideal policy without a basic knowledge of economics.
I think it is quite difficult to make a choice. In fact, when we look at the current discussions about the TPP,
When everyone is saying "My opinion is the best!", it is surprisingly difficult to distinguish the authenticity of something for yourself.
I think it's difficult.
In that sense, just as we study history as a means to cultivate a peaceful and prosperous nation,
I've recently started to think that maybe economics should exist.

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