Presidential Economics

July 16, 2019
peanut research
Published by Elaine Schwartz at July 16, 2019
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Why Tariff Revenue Is Peanuts

A look at tariff revenue through the lens of a peanut farmer can reveal some unexpected facts about its size and who pays it.

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July 11, 2019
U.S. migration
Published by Elaine Schwartz at July 11, 2019
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How the Location of Creative Talent is Changing

Comparing 2005 to 2017, we would see a spread in the geography of creative talent that could stimulate growth in stagnant U.S. regions.

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June 10, 2019
weekly economic news roundup and lobster fishing dispute
Published by Elaine Schwartz at June 10, 2019
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Why Maine Says It’s Forgotten

Somewhat invisible, China's tariff impact on Maine lobsters can be seen through a supply chain that even includes massive amounts of rubber bands.

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June 3, 2019
car seat
Published by Elaine Schwartz at June 3, 2019
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What a Car Seat Says About Trade

When we look closely at U.S. imports from Mexico, we might be surprised when we see where their components were manufactured.

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May 2, 2019
Weekly Economic News Roundup and Trump China tariffs
Published by Elaine Schwartz at May 2, 2019
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Throwback Thursday: Remembering When Congress Controlled Tariffs

In addition to its impact on the Great Depression, Smoot-Hawley occupies a special place in tariff history because of its impact on us.

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January 13, 2019
Weekly Economic News Roundup and federal spending
Published by Elaine Schwartz at January 13, 2019
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How an Art Heist Is like the Government Shutdown

Whether looking at an art heist, government shutdown negotiations or a soccer shootout, game theory can explain people's behavior.

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