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The article explores a synthesis between neoclassical economic theory and critical theory. The author views that the neoclassical paradigm is not inconsistent with the progressive anti-subordination and community building goals of critical theory. It presents neoclassical theory as an example of rigorous empirically based scholarship and suggests that critical theory could benefit from making similarly rigorous models.

The article explores the ability of ecological economics to serve as a useful analytical platform for the examination of economic issues by progressive economists and scholars. Progressive scholars and ecological economists share similar perspectives, analysis, and values as they are both concerned with the impact of the neoclassical growth model on the global community. It emphasizes on economic growth and development as the prescription for the alleviation of poverty and human suffering.

The article explores the comparison of the processes of globalization from the perspectives of orthodox theory and endogenous growth theory. The author attributes the failures of globalization to the power of elite interests to implement policies and maintain the status quo. He argues that the potential of serious negative consequences resulting from continued promotion of the status quo can change elites' perceptions of self interest and stimulate collaborations and coalitions to make reforms.