Finance & Economy
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Natural Capital: US Under Secretary of State on Environmental Policy in a Weak Economy
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Robert Hormats discusses why environmental sustainability is a necessary component of economic growth.
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Manufacturing Matters
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American manufacturing is experiencing a renaissance, and strong policy support is crucial.
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Big-Time Sports: An Interview with Sanford School Professor Charles T. Clotfelter
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Charles T. Clotfelter discusses the policy issues that surround commercial sports in American universities and gives a brief history lesson on UChicago athletics.
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Planning Ahead: Does Government “Beat the Clock”?
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How do governments respond to citizen-led initiatives?
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Maternal Tradeoffs: Economic Consequences for Mothers Who Breastfeed
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Breastfeeding has health benefits, but does it also carry an economic penalty for mothers?
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The Results Are In: Drug Tests Are Positive
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Could pro-drug testing legislation benefit labor market outcomes for African American job-seekers?
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Setting Priorities: What Research is Worth Funding?
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Kei Koizumi from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy discusses how his office thinks about R&D funding in a time of budget cuts and economic uncertainty.
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Barriers for Highly Skilled Immigrants: Why should American firms care?
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How would hiring more highly skilled immigrants impact American firms?
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What Currency War?
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Contrary to analysts’ expectations, US capital outflow was relatively small in 2011 and the US dollar actually appreciated against the currency of emerging markets.
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Weaken the US Patent System to Encourage Innovation
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Does current US patent law protect entrepreneurs or inhibit innovation?
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Quid Pro Quo? Oh No: University Revenues and Compensation for Student-Athletes
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How much are college basketball players worth? More than you’d think.