"Assisting the Invisible Hand" is an in-depth examination of the challenges that modern liberal democracies face in addressing public issues, particularly in the context of the environment. The book highlights the necessity of market regulation and critiques the implicit mindsets in the fields of economics, political philosophy, and administrative theory. It argues that market regulation is not solely the responsibility of the state, but that a shared responsibility among the state, market, and civil society is essential. By analyzing the relationships between these three actors, the book provides valuable insights into the normative dimension of market regulation and its significance for the ideals of liberal democracy. The critical engagement with existing thought approaches contributes to a better understanding of the complex interactions between market and society.