Economists' blogs

Boeing Is Everything Wrong With American CapitalismExcuse my language, but why is Boeing such a shitty corporation? Their planes are literally falling apart in the sky. At least six Boeing planes have had parts fall off this year — including an exit door in mid-flight.

Biden has done a great job. Now he can serve America by stepping aside.

The Truth About Immigrants and the EconomyImmigrants are good for the economy and our society! Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.For centuries, immigration has been America’s secret sauce for economic growth and prosperity.But for just as long, immigrants have been an easy scapegoat. One of the oldest, ugliest lies is to falsely smear immigrants as criminals.It’s just not true.

When the KKK Murdered My Childhood Friend When the Ku Klux Klan murdered my protector, it made me see the world differently.I was always the shortest kid in school, which made me an easy target for bullies. To protect myself, I got into the habit of befriending older boys who’d watch my back. One summer when I was around 8 years old I found Mickey, a kind and gentle teenager with a ready smile who made me feel safe.Over the years, I lost track of Mickey.