February 24, 2004

The "Good" Paul Krugman

Once upon a time Paul Krugman was an interesting economist. Before he got a job with the NY Times and went on a crusade to berate the Bush administration at every opportunity Krugman was a well-respected economist. An essay about how he goes about his research is a facinating window into an insightful mind. In his lecture on "pop internationalism" he cuts through the cliches surrounding the trade/outsourcing/imports/exports debate. At a time like this when both political parties harbor protectionist notions (The Dems denigrate NAFTA, while Bush raised steel tariffs.) clear thinking is needed.

"How I Work"

"What Do Undergrad Need to Know about Trade?" [via Chip Taylor]