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The lasting gains of universal preschool

August 19, 2026

Evidence from Israel’s 1999 preschool law shows that disadvantaged communities can benefit from universal preschool education.

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Winning the visa lottery

August 13, 2026

Evidence from a US government lottery shows that restricting foreign low-skill workers shrinks businesses without creating jobs for Americans.

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Devolving power to local governments

August 7, 2026

Greater political autonomy yielded lasting economic gains in Brazilian communities.

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July 29, 2026

Lukasz Rachel and Catherine Wolfram discuss the G7 price cap on Russian oil and why it defied textbook predictions.

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July 27, 2026

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The long shadow of infant illness

July 22, 2026

Danish data reveal how viruses brought home by older siblings influence lifetime income.

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