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May 14, 2014
The externalities created by attempts at energy efficiency can be positive or negative.
May 14, 2014
Energy Efficiency Surprises

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May 9, 2014
TV and movies draw big bucks into the economies in which they're filmed
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April 30, 2014
Ask Alexa Economic Advice on deadweight loss and gift giving
April 30, 2014
Your “ROI” From Braces

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April 28, 2014
Political gender equity improves human capital far beyond politics
April 28, 2014
Why Do We Need More King Peggys?

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April 27, 2014
In Russia now, and 35 years ago in the US, stagflation is a tough problem.
April 27, 2014
When Did We Get “Tough Love” From the Federal Reserve?

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April 18, 2014
Everyday economics aging demographic
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China’s Demographic Flipflop

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April 16, 2014
economic news roundup and water shortages
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How To Cope With (Water) Stress

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Gender Issues: What If We No Longer Said “He” and “She”?

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April 10, 2014
economic growth and green shoots
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Why Would the Nigerian GDP Double Overnight?

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April 9, 2014
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The Big Impact of a Little Salamander

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April 8, 2014
income redistribution
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Unusual Ways to Achieve Deficit Reduction

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Does It Matter That Men Boast?

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