Economic Perspectives

An introduction to U.S. macroeconomic policy issues, such as how we use monetary and fiscal policies to promote economic growth, low unemployment, and low inflation.

Thursday, May 31, 2007

Unspinning the FairTax

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In the May 31, 2007 article Unspinning the FairTax the consumer advocacy group FactCheck.org analyzes the proposed FairTax: We look at the...
Sunday, May 6, 2007

Free Trade's Great, but Offshoring Rattles Me

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In the May 6, 2007 Washington Post article " Free Trade's Great, but Offshoring Rattles Me ," Alan S. Blinder writes: I'm...
Sunday, March 11, 2007

Curse of the Lottery Winners

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According to the March 11, 2007 ABC News story " Curse of the Lottery Winners ," winning the lottery might not turn out as expecte...
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Friday, March 9, 2007

Schoolhouse Rock - Where the Money Goes

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Schoolhouse Rock - Where the Money Goes
Monday, January 29, 2007

Ten Myths About the Bush Tax Cuts

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In the January 29, 2007 Heritage Foundation article " Ten Myths About the Bush Tax Cuts ," Brian M. Riedl attempts to justify and ...
Monday, January 22, 2007

Are U.S. farm subsidies illegal?

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According to the January 22, 2007 New York Times article " EU joins WTO complaint against U.S. corn subsidies ": DAVOS, Switzerla...
Sunday, January 7, 2007

Tax Cuts Offer Most for Very Rich, Study Says

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The January 7, 2007 New York Times article " Tax Cuts Offer Most for Very Rich, Study Says " by Edmund L. Andrews reports on a Co...
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Monday, October 30, 2006

GAO Chief Warns Economic Disaster Looms

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In the October 30, 2006 article " GAO Chief Warns Economic Disaster Looms ," Associated Press national writer Matt Crenson reports...
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Sunday, July 30, 2006

Happiness remains elusive, despite material excesses

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In a July 2006 Fort Worth Star-Telegram article "Trivial Pursuit: Happiness remains elusive, despite material excesses," Tim Mad...
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JOHN BUCK
Jacksonville, Florida
I am a professor of economics at Jacksonville University, where I teach courses in introductory economics, comparative economic development, and globalization. I use this blog to keep in touch with my current and former students. Teachers and students at other schools, as well as others interested in economic issues, are welcome to use this resource.
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