The Democracy-Prosperity Link

How Donald Trump’s anti-democratic actions threaten America’s long-term prosperity.

By David Madland

January 13, 2026, 3:05 pm – 13 MIN READ

In Front of Their Noses

The signs of globalization’s downsides were there for the elites to see. They just chose not to look at them. Ever.

By Helaine Olen

Fall 2025, No. 78 – 13 MIN READ

Trump’s Economic Defenders

American Compass claims to have the answers to what ails us. But simplifying complex issues doesn’t get us any closer to addressing them.

By Martha Gimbel

Fall 2025, No. 78 – 10 MIN READ

Capitalism’s Next Act

In moments of crisis, it’s easy to think that capitalism is finished. But never forget the system’s formidable ability to mutate.

By J. Bradford DeLong

Summer 2025, No. 77 – 12 MIN READ