Wolfgang Streeck

Wolfgang Streeck is a prominent German sociologist and political economist, renowned for his incisive analysis of capitalism and the evolution of advanced economies. Born in 1946, he has served as the Director of the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies in Cologne and has been a significant voice in contemporary economic debates. Streeck’s work often explores the intersections of politics, markets, and society, with notable publications like "Buying Time: The Delayed Crisis of Democratic Capitalism." He continues to influence discussions on the future of capitalism, globalization, and the challenges facing democratic states in the modern era.