Author Archives: stevej

FRB: FEDS Abstract 2011-36. No evidence that either CRA or GSE policies had a significant negative effect on outcomes.

How did the United States get $14.3 trillion in debt? And who are the creditors? – NYTimes.com.      

The Health of Nations. Fascinating to think that  France may have the best health care system.

The three most important health-care graphs in the world – Ezra Klein – The Washington Post. I believe I have this one already, but just in case…

Research Desk: How does the growth of U.S. health-care costs compare internationally? – Ezra Klein – The Washington Post. Good links, too.  I’ll show them separately.    

The Republicans exit history – Roger Ebert’s Journal

How the Deficit Got This Big – NYTimes.com. Two good charts.       And don’t forget, Obama’s stimulus was a temporary action; Bush’s tax cuts and Medicare drug benefit will keep costing us as long as they are in … Continue reading →

Economist’s View: Paul Krugman: Mr. Keynes and the Moderns.

Amid Misguided Debate, Misconceptions About Independent Health Care Board Abound | The Concord Coalition.

Supply-Side Economics, R.I.P. | Capital Gains and Games.