In Joseph E. Stiglitz's book "Globalization and its Discontents," he emphasizes that decisions frequently stem from ideological beliefs and political motives rather than practical solutions. This misalignment often leads to misguided actions that fail to address the core issues they are meant to resolve.

Stiglitz argues that these decisions are influenced by the interests of those in power, resulting in policies that align more with their beliefs than with effective problem-solving. Consequently, the actions taken can exacerbate existing problems instead of effectively addressing them, reflecting a disconnect between governance and real-world needs.