Tag Archives: Deficit

It’s the economy, stupid !

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Michaela

By Paul Krugman Has market turmoil left you feeling afraid? Well, it should. Clearly, the economic crisis that began in 2008 is by no means over. But there’s another emotion you should feel: anger. For what we’re seeing now is … Continue reading →

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More of the same

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Michaela

by Paul Krugman  The past three years have been a disaster for most Western economies. The United States has mass long-term unemployment for the first time since the 1930s. Meanwhile, Europe’s single currency is coming apart at the seams. How … Continue reading →

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Clear and present danger

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Michaela

Fears and Failure by Paul Krugman  From G.D.P. to private-sector payrolls, from business surveys to new claims for unemployment insurance, key economic indicators suggest that the recovery may be sputtering. And it wasn’t much of a recovery to start with. … Continue reading →

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