The Narrative of the Privileged American Male

Why are Republicans having such a hard time coming to grips with the electoral defeat?

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The Rise of the Plutocrats

Why have Americans been so tolerant of the rising gulf between rich and poor?

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From Economic Growth to Human Growth

Why does the world urgently need to consider economic growth in a broader, nonmaterial context?

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Petraeus and Serdyukov: Cupids or Stupids?

Does the ouster of Russia’s defense minister signal the return of high defense spending?

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America Could Do Worse than Be Like Europe

What is worse — going over the fiscal cliff or emulating Europe’s economic policymakers?

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Obama’s Bullhorn Moment in New York

Will the United States finally launch a massive infrastructure renewal initiative?

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Yes, There Will Be a Social Revolution in America

Is it time for an American Spring?

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The Tale of the Two Spains

The financial crisis has split Spain into two: a Spain that works and one that doesn’t.

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China’s Millennial Doubts

China will soon be under new leadership. But the real change in China is taking place further down the generational chain.

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How the Republicans Empower U.S. Minorities

Why are the Republicans so keen on creating their own worst nightmare?

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