Tag Archives: recession

February 11, 2009

The Impact of the Great Recession on Trade

The new trade data out today show, unhappily, that the surest way to drive down our trade deficit is a…Continue reading

December 10, 2008

The Politics of Trading Recession for Inflation

On virtually everything economic, the Bush administration and much of Congress have become the gang that can’t shoot straight —…Continue reading

December 1, 2008

The Financial Crisis and Crony Capitalism

The financial crisis and the profound economic reversals reverberating around the globe caught up last week with Citigroup, the world's…Continue reading

October 23, 2008

Stimulus for the Long Run

When Congress returns to Washington following the election, its first priority will be to pass another stimulus package for the…Continue reading

September 18, 2008

Crisis on Wall Street

This week’s financial developments have unfolded in the ways that keep people up at night and spark panic in even…Continue reading