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Trump’s Enablers on the Supreme Court
Trump’s Enablers on the Supreme Court
Richard K. Sherwin thinks the majority's support for broad immunity for former presidents rests on a dangerous premise. -
Banned By Germany
Banned By Germany
Yanis Varoufakis sees in his case an effort to enforce with repression a pro-Israel political consensus that is breaking down. -
Finishing the Job of Global Tax Cooperation
Finishing the Job of Global Tax Cooperation
José Antonio Ocampo offers a blueprint for ongoing negotiations toward a new convention to tax multinationals and the wealthy. -
The Macron Moment
The Macron Moment
Mark Leonard thinks the French president has the capability to provide the strategic leadership that Europe needs. -
America’s Frustrating Search for a Soft Economic Landing
America’s Frustrating Search for a Soft Economic Landing
Michael R. Strain warns that beating inflation in the United States will likely require an increase in the unemployment rate. -
Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Alison L. LaCroix explains why “originalist” methods of constitutional interpretation are deeply ahistorical, describes the zero-sum relationship between state and federal power in modern America, identifies possible historical analogues for the upcoming US presidential election, and more. -
China Should Emulate Taiwan’s Tech Policies
China Should Emulate Taiwan’s Tech Policies
Andrew Sheng & Xiao Geng urge the Chinese government to follow the island's lead by embracing the financialization of innovation. -
Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Li Shuo & Lauri Myllyvirta explain why the country’s emissions-reduction plan for 2035 could accelerate the fight against global warming. -
The Perils of Retirement in America
The Perils of Retirement in America
Teresa Ghilarducci proposes a Grey New Deal that would boost economic security for all US workers in old age. -
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Banned By Germany
Banned By Germany
Apr 30, 2024 Yanis Varoufakis sees in his case an effort to enforce with repression a pro-Israel political consensus that is breaking down.
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China Should Emulate Taiwan’s Tech Policies
China Should Emulate Taiwan’s Tech Policies
Apr 30, 2024 Andrew Sheng & Xiao Geng urge the Chinese government to follow the island's lead by embracing the financialization of innovation.
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The Macron Moment
The Macron Moment
Apr 30, 2024 Mark Leonard thinks the French president has the capability to provide the strategic leadership that Europe needs.
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Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Apr 30, 2024 Li Shuo & Lauri Myllyvirta explain why the country’s emissions-reduction plan for 2035 could accelerate the fight against global warming.
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Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Apr 30, 2024 Alison L. LaCroix explains why “originalist” methods of constitutional interpretation are deeply ahistorical, describes the zero-sum relationship between state and federal power in modern America, identifies possible historical analogues for the upcoming US presidential election, and more.
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Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Alison LaCroix on the US Supreme Court, immigration policy, federalism, and more
Alison L. LaCroix explains why “originalist” methods of constitutional interpretation are deeply ahistorical, describes the zero-sum relationship between state and federal power in modern America, identifies possible historical analogues for the upcoming US presidential election, and more. -
The Perils of Retirement in America
The Perils of Retirement in America
Teresa Ghilarducci proposes a Grey New Deal that would boost economic security for all US workers in old age. -
China’s Rebalancing Imperative
China’s Rebalancing Imperative
Stephen S. Roach explains why the Chinese authorities should switch to a consumption- and productivity-led growth model. -
Minxin Pei on China’s economy, surveillance state, repression of dissent, and more
Minxin Pei on China’s economy, surveillance state, repression of dissent, and more
Minxin Pei doubts China’s government is willing to do what is needed to restore growth, describes the low-tech approaches taken by the country’s vast security apparatus, considers the Chinese social-credit system’s repressive potential, and more. -
Governments Must Shape AI’s Future
Governments Must Shape AI’s Future
Mariana Mazzucato & Fausto Gernone urge policymakers to see themselves as proactive participants in technological innovation and market-making. -
Is Techno-Monopoly Inevitable?
Is Techno-Monopoly Inevitable?
William H. Janeway assesses a new theory of “technological market power” and its effects on the modern economy.
Profit and Peril
“It is better to ask forgiveness than permission” has been the mantra of the digital revolution so far, and one should not expect that to change with artificial intelligence. For those already in a position to dominate this potentially groundbreaking sector, the opportunities are too enticing to miss.
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Sustainability Now
Sustainability Now brings together leading voices in all of the domains involved in combating climate change, each addressing specific facets of the challenge.
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Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Is Climate Action China’s Trump Card?
Li Shuo & Lauri Myllyvirta explain why the country’s emissions-reduction plan for 2035 could accelerate the fight against global warming. -
AI Holds the Key to Resilient Cities
AI Holds the Key to Resilient Cities
Justina Nixon-Saintil surveys the technology's foreseeable applications in promoting urban sustainable development. -
What a Climate-Aligned IMF Would Look Like
What a Climate-Aligned IMF Would Look Like
Mohamed Nasheed & Rakesh Mohan explain how the managing director can fully position the institution to help the most vulnerable countries.