Launchpad Republic: America's Entrepreneurial Edge and Why It Matters

In Launchpad Republic, Howard Wolk and John Landry explore over 200 years of U.S.

entrepreneurship, emphasizing how America's unique democratic system enables startups to challenge incumbents, fostering innovation and competition.

The book contrasts the American model with Europe's consensus-oriented approach and China's authoritarian system, addressing modern challenges like Big Tech, inequality, and stakeholder capitalism while showcasing examples such as Uber and the fall of A&P to entrepreneurial innovation.