Michael Boskin

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  • Oct 21, 2020
    Former US President John F. Kennedy famously proclaimed that "a rising tide lifts all boats." In a growing economy, the absolute well-being of those near the top and the bottom are...
  • Aug 29, 2020
    Although every recession is different, history offers lessons for the current pandemic-induced downturn, writes economist Michael Boskin.
  • Jun 26, 2020
    Predicting the speed and strength of the United States' recovery from the current recession is extremely difficult. But what is clear is that policymakers must boost incentives to...
  • Apr 9, 2020
    Government policies restricting the operation of markets usually do more harm than good. Even in times of crisis, such as the current coronavirus pandemic, policymakers should do...
  • Feb 21, 2020
    The odds of an economic downturn in the US this year remain low, which means that US President Donald Trump's prospects for re-election in November are strong. But with an approval...