In fairness, though, there is a big disconnect between what economists in the media say on average when they feel free to say whatever they like, versus what ec

In fairness, though, there is a big disconnect between what economists in the media say on average when they feel free to say whatever they like, versus what economists concede in an academic context when pressed on the matter. Part of this may be due to the fact that most economists who appear in the media are basically paid shills, but no matter the reason, it is definitely a problem for the democratic process.