Symposium
Overview: The Cool War Continues
By Noah FeldmanFeatures
Economic Dignity
We must not lose sight of what economic policy is all about: allowing people to lead dignified lives.
By Gene Sperling We must not lose sight of what economic policy is all about: allowing people to lead dignified lives.
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Arguments
Race, Ethnicity, and the Job Market
No wonder white workers are so mad. They really are falling behind.
By Robert ShapiroBook Reviews
Crime and Misdemeanors
Even minor offenses like failure to pay parking tickets lead to abusive treatment of millions of Americans.
By Jonathan Blanks Even minor offenses like failure to pay parking tickets lead to abusive treatment of millions of Americans.
Book Reviews
Yes, It Was That Bad
The media and the Russians helped elect Donald Trump. The pressing question now is, can we avoid a repeat performance?
By Patricia Aufderheide The media and the Russians helped elect Donald Trump. The pressing question now is, can we avoid a repeat performance?
Features
Our Friend the Market
Liberals need to understand: The rules that structure the market are at least as important as government programs.
By Dean Baker Liberals need to understand: The rules that structure the market are at least as important as government programs.
Book Reviews
Philanthropic Harm
Not only can’t philanthropy replace a strong public sector—it needs one to promote the common good effectively.
By Mark Schmitt Not only can’t philanthropy replace a strong public sector—it needs one to promote the common good effectively.
Recounting
The Taxman Cometh
Name a country where high tax rates on the rich didn’t discourage growth. How about the United States of America?
By Michael Tomasky Name a country where high tax rates on the rich didn’t discourage growth. How about the United States of America?
