John Perkins

The Profile

John Perkins is an American author who wrote Confessions of an Economic Hit Man and has publicly described his past role as an "economic hit man." He has written about globalization, corporate influence, and later advocacy for environmental issues.

Publicly known as the author of Confessions of an Economic Hit Man; a critic of US-linked economic practices and an advocate for environmental and alternative approaches in later writings.

A single, highly positive review of John Perkins' Confessions of an Economic Hitman presents a first-person account of neocolonialism and US-backed economic manipulation. The reviewer praises Perkins' later turn toward environmentalism and the green economy. The review references historical episodes and leaders described in the book.