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I am the managing editor of the Journal of Economic Perspectives, based at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, which can be read for free on-line courtesy of the American Economic Association. I am the author of two books: "The Instant Economist: Everything You Need to Know About How the Economy Works," available on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble, and "Principles of Economics: Economics and the Economy," an introductory college textbook. I am also a lecturer for several courses from The Teaching Company.
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The Transformation Of Federal Spending
Wednesday, February 12, 2020 10:42 AM EST
The share of federal spending going to "Defense" has plummeted in the last 60 years, falling from more than one-half of total federal spending in 1960 to less than one-sixth of federal spending at present.
South Africa: Mired In Stagnation
Monday, February 10, 2020 11:45 PM EST
South Africa's economy mostly grew up until the Great Recession, but it has now been largely stagnant for a decade.
In this article: EZA
Global R&D:The Stagnant US Position
Monday, February 10, 2020 8:36 AM EST
Research and development isn't enough by itself. New discoveries need to be brought into the economy in the form of new companies, new products, and new jobs.
Where US Spending, Taxes, Deficits: Looking Back 50 Years
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 7:34 AM EST
There's nothing sacred about looking at average levels over the past 50 years of government spending, taxes, and deficits. But it does at least offer some historical perspective.
Re-seeding America's Economic And Technological Future
Friday, January 31, 2020 10:36 PM EST
The economies of US regions are no longer converging as they once did.
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The Only Economics Book You Will Ever Need. Economics isn't just about numbers: it's about politics, psychology, history, and so much more. We are all economists - when we work, save for the future, invest, pay taxes, and buy our groceries. Yet many of us feel lost when the subject arises. The Instant Economist offers the knowledge and sophistication to understand the issues - so you can understand and discuss economics on a personal, national, and global level. |
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