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Separate and more equal?

May 24, 2017
Certain tax systems can discourage married women from working more.
Research Highlights Article

Should I be a Good Samaritan?

May 17, 2017
An interview with Ted Bergstrom about how game theory helps us understand when we would assist a stranded traveler.
AEA in the news

Mismeasuring inflation and GDP

May 16, 2017
Bloomberg features a paper in the Journal of Economic Perspectives that questions the accuracy of estimates of GDP and price growth.
Research Highlights Article

Beyond the wall

May 12, 2017
Evidence that just the threat of stricter immigration enforcement can deter newcomers