Tuesday, November 15, 2016

What Does It Mean To Be Progressive?

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This editorial in the Washington Post takes a first pass at defining progressivism .  It encourages others to engage in a discussion about t...
Monday, November 14, 2016

Will Trump's Economic Plan Make America Great?

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Larry Summers supports the use of fiscal policy to stimulate economic growth.  However, he points out that it must be done right or we will...
Saturday, November 12, 2016

How Can We Explain Trump's Victory?

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There will be lots of efforts to explain Trump's triumph in the election.  What we do know is that his presidency will achieve what Repu...

Trump Will Appoint Climate Change Skeptic To Shape EPA

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The election is barely over but The Donald signaled that he would roll back Obama's effort to reduce carbon emissions.  He appointed a r...
Thursday, November 10, 2016

A Hisory Of American Populism

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Populism has a long history in the US and it is flourishing in Europe today.  It has taken on many forms in the US in response unique situat...
Wednesday, November 9, 2016

The US Election From The Perspective Of The Financial Times

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Donald Trump's victory was a major surprise.  The Financial Times offers many perspectives on how it happened and the implications.

America Put A Novice In Charge Of Our Nation: Can Trump Prevent Recession?

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This is a short answer to questions about Trump's economic plan and its impact on the US economy.  Most economists would agree with its ...