Commentary / World Jun 28, 2021

Beware America’s soaring public debt

Though America’s gross federal debt now stands at 107% of GDP — a post-WWII record — the Biden administration’s 2022 budget will see the country's largest-ever peacetime deficits.

Commentary / World Aug 25, 2020

How does the COVID-19 recession compare?

Although every recession is different, history offers lessons for the current pandemic-induced downturn.

Commentary / World Jun 30, 2020

America's uncertain recovery

Policymakers must boost incentives to work in normal times when jobs are plentiful, while strengthening the safety net for when they are not.

Commentary / World Feb 21, 2020

Is a strong economy enough to re-elect Donald Trump?

The U.S. president must navigate difficult swing states and hope infighting hobbles the Democrats

Commentary / World Jan 3, 2019

Politics, economics and carbon in 2019

As 2019 begins, leaders must focus on bread-and-butter domestic issues, while moving toward more flexible and decentralized political models capable of governing diverse populations.

Commentary / World Aug 22, 2018

The U.S. economy and the midterms

Even if the economy doesn't affect the election, the election will affect the economy.

Commentary / World Apr 29, 2018

Mapping out the future of tech policy

The far-reaching social, political and economic risks posed by "Big Tech" have finally prompted a more concerted response from policymakers and regulators.

Commentary / World Dec 26, 2017

The global economy's prospects for 2018

Whether this year's positive economic trends continue in 2018 will depend on a variety of factors, from fiscal and monetary policymaking to domestic politics and regional stability.

Commentary / World Jun 16, 2017

Birth of a Trump doctrine?

If the gamble Trump is taking in trying to renegotiate agreements doesn't backfire, it could define a new doctrine for the U.S. role in the world.