International Monetary Fund
The Fantasy of American Government and Why People Cling to It
Governing the World: The History of an IdeaBy Mark Mazower (Penguin Press, 475 pp., $29.95) READ MORE >>
Sanctions Have Crippled Iran’s Economy, But They’re Not Working
Metro Areas Vary Amid Slowing Global Growth
Earlier this week, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) lowered its growth forecast for the global economy for this year and next. It seems that both developed and developing countries are going to expand more slowly than expected earlier this year. In a pattern also seen in 2011, the United States is experiencing a loss of momentum and the Eurozone countries are still stuck in a sovereign debt quagmire. But now the large emerging markets (Brazil, India, and China) are growing at a slower rate than last year. READ MORE >>
The Visionary
The Galling Misuse Of The German Example
I don’t usually wade into global economic policy here on the Stump, but as Mitt Romney reminded us in his speech last night, the 2012 presidential race is “still about the economy—and we’re not stupid.” So after coming across a particular pet peeve of mine just now, I’m going to wade on in. READ MORE >>
A Brief Audit of Politicians’ Tax Problems
If you’re still filling out your tax forms, it may be tempting to cut some corners and tell a few white lies. But as the ethics-deficient politicians listed below can tell you, tax evasion doesn’t end well. Here’s a guide on “what-not-to-do,” courtesy of political figures, past and present. READ MORE >>
