A Journal of Ideas

inflation

Rethinking Arthur Burns, the “Worst” Fed Chair in History

An inflation-fighting strategy for today might come from the most unlikely of sources.

By Chris Hughes

Whither Inflation?

Whether we're able to get past high inflation in a year or two will depend in large part on how well we move past COVID. Here's why.

By Richard Vague

Wartime Wisdom to Combat Inflation

FDR managed inflation during World War II through government policy. Today’s calamities call for a similar approach.

By David Stein