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Whether looking at the 1930s or now, we see that the impact of tariffs on businesses, on global trade, and on government revenue is negative.
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from paid vacations to being happy.
Continuing with our November e-links, I recommend a respite from the world's turmoil through the new Elizabeth Strout novel.
Hoping the U.S. will do what is best for its workers and businesses, economist Betsey Stevenson has a new paid time off proposal.
Looking at post election consumer spending, we can ask if winning party affiliation boosts an individual's spending.
Hello Everyone-
I’m Elaine.
Having been in the classroom for decades, written three books (and some of a fourth one), I like to think about economics everywhere all the time. Every day, I’ve added a blog to econlife—now it has been almost 14 years and more than 4,000 posts. I am delighted that you are here and hope we can have some economic fun together.