Economic Ideas

February 5, 2019

How Boats and Cake Are Like Taxes

Whether deciding how to divide boats in Santa Barbara harbor, a cake, or tax revenue, fair distribution requires knowing what different people say is fair.

February 1, 2019

Wilted Lettuce, Moldy Strawberries, and the Impact of Brexit

Thinking of wilted lettuce, moldy strawberries, and a slower trip from the Hook of Holland to Harwich, England, we can see the impact of Brexit.

January 25, 2019

More Mind Boggling Facts About Where Our Energy Comes From

In one handy graphic from the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory, you can see U.S. energy consumption and production for our homes, businesses, and vehicles.

January 24, 2019

The Impact That Working Mothers Have on their Adult Daughters and Sons

Asked if they’re okay, adults with moms who worked said “Chill. We’re doing great.” Their response was similar to the answers in a survey that went to […]