The pandemic and the 2008 fiscal crisis showed what can happen when political projects hijack the task at hand.
This year reminded us that the world is in desperate need of new leaders who are both competent and inspiring.
Stagnant productivity growth has made deficit-financed welfare spending indefensible.
The U.S. economic situation is precarious, and much will depend on fiscal and monetary policy.
Almost 90% of "Blue Chip" analysts expect that inflation-adjusted GDP growth in 2023 will be 1% or less, Michael Boskin says.
Dangerously high inflation has left Americans deeply dissatisfied with the economy.
Historically, the Misery Index has offered a sound benchmark for assessing an incumbent party's electoral prospects.
In a growing economy, the absolute well-being of those near the top and the bottom are positively correlated.
Policymakers must boost incentives to work in normal times, while strengthening the safety net for when they are not.
President Donald Trump's prospects for re-election in November are strong.