Jamie Dimon is pushing back hard against growing criticism of capitalism, calling those arguments “dead wrong” and shifting the blame toward policy failures instead. Speaking candidly, the JPMorgan Chase CEO argued that the real issue isn’t capitalism itself, but how governments and institutions have managed economic systems over time. In his view, stagnant growth, inequality, and frustration across the economy are more a result of poor decisions and misaligned incentives than flaws in the system. Dimon didn’t ignore criticism entirely. He acknowledged that “some people are selfish,” pointing to human behavior as a factor that can distort outcomes. But his broader message was clear: capitalism, when functioning properly, remains one of the most effective engines for innovation, job creation, and long-term prosperity. The timing of these comments matters. With economic growth slowing and debates heating up around regulation, wealth distribution, and corporate responsibility, voices like...