Volcanoes are erupting in The Philippines, but on-fire Australia received some welcome rain. The Iran war cries have been called off and The Donald’s military powers are about to be hamstrung by the Senate. Meanwhile, his impeachment trial is starting, and we’re all on Twitter for a front-row seat.
Tag: Economy
12/22/2020
The real economic challenge in 2021
Strong growth is a given, but we need a drive for genuine full employment
12/16/2020
Fifty Years of Tax Cuts for Rich Didn’t Trickle Down, Study Says
Tax cuts for rich people breed inequality without providing much of a boon to anyone else, according to a study.
12/16/2020
Direct cash payments likely as lawmakers near Covid aid deal
A new round of stimulus checks is expected to be included, sources familiar with the negotiations say, but the dollar amount is not clear.
12/15/2020
If We’re Serious About Saving the U.S. Economy, We Need to Bail Out the Cities
State bailouts are vital and imperative to the economic recovery of the entire country.
12/12/2020
Is There Hope for Humanity? (Yes.)
In this week’s conversation, Yascha Mounk and Rutger Bregman discuss human nature; its implications for contemporary politics; and the policies which we need to create a more human-centric world.
12/08/2020
Playing with Unicorns
Loonshots with Safi Bahcall
12/08/2020
Indigenous Cultures Take Root in New York
The traditional systems of mutual support that undergird many Indigenous Central and North American cultures have formed a safety net during a very dark time in New York City’s history.
12/08/2020
‘A great war for talent’ awaits post-COVID world: Parag Khanna
International relations expert believes migrant workers drive growth for hosts
12/04/2020
Trump’s China tariffs failed. Why isn’t Biden dropping them?
The trade war might have played well politically, but it didn’t help Americans.
12/03/2020
Up to 30 Million in U.S. Have the Skills to Earn 70% More, Researchers Say
The findings point to the potential of upward mobility for people without a college degree.
11/23/2020
As Congress Fails to Act, Only the Fed Can Save the Economy
11/21/2020