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A No-Brainer for Global Growth and US Jobs
With global growth slowing and many developing countries facing debt crises, the world needs another infusion of the International Monetary
Economic Development in a Protectionist World
As apprehension grows in China, Europe, and Japan about a possible trade war triggered by the incoming Trump administration, one should also
Gender Apartheid Is a Crime Against Humanity
As the Taliban escalates its oppression of women and girls, the international community must hold Afghanistan’s leaders accountable.
The US Economy’s Trust Deficit
Declining trust in America’s institutions is not merely a contemporary phenomenon. It has real economic costs.
Populism Never Lasts
Understanding the return of populism is crucial for making sense of today’s politics.
Choice in Dying Comes to the UK
The UK appears set to join other several other countries and a few US states in offering death with dignity to the terminally ill.
The World Needs a Pro-Human AI Agenda
AI may not deliver the benefits many anticipate. But it could be disruptive. We deserve better.
Trump’s Inflationary Triple Threat
With unified Republican control of the White House and Congress, US President-elect Donald Trump is poised to pursue radical economic policies.
The BRICS Currency Charade
Last month’s BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, was, like all summits, heavy on photo ops.
The Case for Solidarity Levies
With each passing year, we witness more climate-related destruction.
Only Harris Will Deliver Shared Prosperity
Only Harris has a coherent program of encouraging science, making it easier to commercialize innovations, and funding new business in all
The Choice Confronting American Voters
A Trump victory could be devastating for the US and other democracies. Will US voters take that into account when they go to the polls?
The Global Implications of China’s Stimulus Package
China’s newly announced stimulus aims to boost liquidity, stimulate consumer spending, and revitalize the real-estate sector.
Will the EU Heed Draghi’s Call for Integration?
Europe needs greater economic and political integration if it is to rise to the challenges of this century. But can it respond?
Abortion and Reproductive Rights Are Economic Issues
In the United States and elsewhere, reproductive freedom is a cornerstone of economic prosperity.
Analytical Volatility Is Worse than Market Whiplash
The US economic data released in early August triggered a brief but dramatic episode of financial-market volatility.
Is Gross National Happiness the Way Forward?
The idea that GDP is an inadequate indicator of well-being has gained ground in recent years.
America’s Climate Election
The 2024 US election is of paramount importance for US climate policy. But the challenges and policy choices confronting Kamala Harris, should
A Principled and Powerful EU
The EU is facing numerous daunting – even existential – challenges.
To Preserve Democracy, Tax the Rich
According to a recent United Nations report, 71% of the world’s population now live in countries where inequality has increased.
Immigration Does Not Start at the US Border
The American public does seem to understand that immigration does not start at the US border.
Patriotic Grift
US President Joe Biden has declined the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination.
The Way Forward for Ukraine’s Economy
With sufficient assistance from the West, Ukraine will prevail over its much larger and richer authoritarian neighbor.