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Save to My PortfolioCreating an Opportunity Society

Ron Haskins and Isabel V. Sawhill, September 15, 2009

Creating an Opportunity Society examines economic opportunity in the United States and explores how to create more of it, particularly for those on the bottom rungs of the economic ladder. Read More

UPCOMING EVENT

Save to My PortfolioThe Budget, the Deficit, the Future

Wednesday, July 08, 2009
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Washington, DC

Reuters/Jonathan ErnstOn July 8, the Budgeting for National Priorities Project, the Center on Children and Families, and the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center will host a forum on the delicate balancing act between economic recovery and fiscal sustainability, featuring a presentation by Brookings Vice President and Director of Economic Studies William Gale. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioFour Reflections on the Political Consequences of the Economic Crisis in Latin America

Kevin Casas-Zamora, June 25, 2009, Center for Hemispheric Policy at the University of Miami

Four Reflections on the Political Consequences of the Economic Crisis in Latin AmericaKevin Casas-Zamora analyzes what is known and unknown about the global financial crisis and its effects on Latin America. Casas-Zamora explores four main issues regarding the political ramifications of the crisis and offers suggestions on how governments in the region should respond. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioStatutory PAYGO: An Important First Step Toward Fiscal Responsibility

Alice M. Rivlin, June 25, 2009, House Committee on the Budget

Testifying before the House Budget Committee, Alice Rivlin urged enforcement of the statutory pay-as-you-go budget rules to rein in the long-term deficit. She endorsed the recent actions taken to stimulate the economy and rescue the financial sector, but said the costly measures further obligate Congress and the administration to control deficits. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioLatin America and the Economic Crisis: Designing and Implementing Stimulus Policies

Mauricio Cárdenas, June 25, 2009, The Brooking Institution

Mauricio Cárdenas critiques the conventional wisdom that economic contractions are a thing of the past in Latin America and a growing belief the region will soon be out of the recession. He concludes that any recovery will be slow and there may be periods of sharp adjustment during the process. Read More

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioLatin America and the Economic Crisis: An Address by Chilean President Michelle Bachelet

Tuesday, June 23, 2009
10:00 AM to 11:50 AM
Washington, DC

Latin America and the Economic Crisis: An Address by Chilean President Michelle BacheletOn June 23, the Brookings Institution hosted Her Excellency Michelle Bachelet, president of the Republic of Chile, for a discussion of the Latin American countries and the economic measures they are taking to cope with the global financial crisis. Read More

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioThe Fiscal Crisis: Bad Now, Worse Long-Term

William G. Gale, June 22, 2009

The Fiscal Crisis: Bad Now, Worse Long-TermWhile many steps have been taken to help shore up the floundering U.S. economy, William Gale says that the long-term fiscal situation is still very dire.

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioAn Update on the Economic and Fiscal Crises: 2009 and Beyond

William G. Gale and Alan J. Auerbach, June 2009, The Brookings Institution

An Update on the Economic and Fiscal Crises: 2009 and BeyondWilliam Gale and Alan Auerbach share increasing public concerns about the deficit. Their research shows that as bad as the $1.7 trillion deficit looks for this year, the medium term and long-term numbers are of much greater concern. Our fiscal house of cards has dire implications for the American economy.
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RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioReviewing the Administration’s Financial Reform Proposals

Douglas J. Elliott, June 17, 2009, The Brookings Institution

President Obama’s financial reform proposals are all sensible, necessary reforms. Unfortunately, some bolder steps have been left out due to the expectation of intense opposition from entrenched interests, says Douglas Elliott. He analyzes the administration’s plan, including parts that he believes did not go far enough. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioHealth Care, Entitlements and the Federal Budget

Henry J. Aaron, June 15, 2009, The Brookings Institution

Henry Aaron recently spoke about the budget, health care and entitlements at the Youth Action Conference.  The conference, hosted by the Concord Coalition in conjunction with the Youth Entitlements Summit highlighted grassroots efforts and policy perspectives of youth organizations in addressing America's long-term fiscal challenge. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioStop Kicking the Fiscal Can Down the Road

Isabel V. Sawhill, June 11, 2009, McClatchy Tribune

Stop Kicking the Fiscal Can Down the RoadWhile the government has been busy with bailouts, who is going to bail out the U.S. government when our creditors tire of lending to us? And now, thanks to the stimulus, virtually all those over age of 65 are receiving $250 checks, regardless of whether or not they need it. Isabel Sawhill says it’s time for Congress and the administration to get serious about getting our fiscal house in order. Read More

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioTax Reform and Fiscal Discipline Needed for Economic Recovery

William G. Gale, June 05, 2009

As the administration continues to wrangle with the floundering economy, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke has advised that the growing budget deficits have to be cut. Economic Studies director William Gale agrees saying there needs to be a more comprehensive approach to stabilizing the economy.

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioQ&A: Geithner's First Trip to China

Eswar Prasad, May 28, 2009, The Brookings Institution

Q&A: Geithner's First Trip to ChinaU.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner's first trip to China will feature a range of discussions about global economic issues and the U.S.-China economic relationship. Eswar Prasad outlines some of the critical agenda items and the broader challenges facing these two closely intertwined economies. Read More

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioStuck in the Middle: Is Fiscal Policy Failing the Middle Class?

Friday, May 15, 2009
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Washington, DC

The economic well-being of the middle class can be crucial to the success of economic policies in both developed and developing countries. Yet many public policies are not aimed at the middle class. On May 15, Brookings hosted a discussion on the need to assess how fiscal policy affects the middle class around the world. Read More

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioU.S. Health Care Reform: The Art of the Possible

Henry J. Aaron, May 09, 2009, The New Republic

U.S. Health Care Reform: The Art of the PossibleBehind closed doors all over Washington, serious people are working hard to design a major overhaul of the U.S. health care system. We should wish them well, but their chances of success are slim, says Henry Aaron. Since yet another complete failure would be catastrophic, some attention should be given now to policies that, he says, are politically palatable and would begin the evolution to a new and better health system. Read More

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TopicEducation

The economic and political well-being of any democracy requires a well-educated citizenry. Brookings’s work has extended beyond the K-12 bookends to include pre-school interventions and issues in higher education. Experts are tackling fundamental issues on the role of education in the national and global economy.

ExpertRobert Puentes

Robert Puentes focuses on the broad array of policies and issues related to metropolitan growth and development. He is an expert on transportation and infrastructure, urban planning, growth management, suburban issues and housing.

TopicHealth Care

Brookings is committed to producing innovative policy solutions to our nation’s most difficult challenges. The country may face no more important domestic policy challenge than the much-needed reform of our health care system. Through an institution-wide effort, Brookings delivers new ideas and offers policy solutions to improve health care both at home and globally.

TopicMigration

Migration is an issue that bridges Brookings’s expertise in domestic and foreign policy. In the United States, reforming immigration policy remains a subject of intense political debate. Globally, the unprecedented movement of people across borders raises issues in both industrialized countries and the developing world.

ExpertEswar Prasad

Eswar Prasad, who holds the New Century Chair in International Economics, is a senior fellow in Global Economy and Development. He is the Tolani Senior Professor of Trade Policy at Cornell University and was previously head of the Financial Studies Division and the China Division at the IMF.

ExpertMartin Neil Baily

Martin Baily, a former chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, focuses on issues of globalization, productivity and competitiveness, Social Security reform and U.S. economic policy.

ExpertSarah A. Binder

Sarah Binder is an expert on Congress and legislative politics.  She is completing a project on the politics of advice and consent, and is at work on the politics of how Congress responds to financial crises.

Policy CenterCenter on Children and Families

The Center on Children and Families studies policies on the well-being of America's children and their parents and seeks a more effective means of addressing poverty, inequality and lack of opportunity in the United States.

Research ProjectAfrica Growth Initiative

The Africa Growth Initiative conducts high-quality policy research and analysis focused on attaining sustainable economic development and prosperity in Africa, while amplifying the voice of African researchers in policy-making and planning.

Policy CenterJohn L. Thornton China Center

The John L. Thornton China Center develops analysis and policy recommendations to help address key long-term challenges, both in terms of U.S.-China relations and China's internal development.

Policy CenterCenter on the United States and Europe

The Center on the U.S. and Europe is dedicated to the study of Europe and U.S.-Europe relations. It involves American and European experts in an active program of research, analysis, and debate.

ExpertVanda Felbab-Brown

Vanda Felbab-Brown focuses on the national security implications of illicit economies and strategies for managing them. She is a security studies professor at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service.

Research ProjectBudgeting for National Priorities

The Budgeting for National Priorities project promotes greater fiscal responsibility by developing new ideas, educating the public and finding common ground among experts and policy-makers.

ProgramGovernance Studies

Governance Studies explores political institutions of the United States and other democracies to assess how they govern, how their practices compare and how citizens and public servants can advance sound governance.

ProgramMetropolitan Policy Program

Redefining the challenges facing metropolitan America and promoting innovative solutions to help communities grow in more inclusive, competitive and sustainable ways.

Research Project21st Century Defense Initiative

The 21st Century Defense Initiative produces cutting-edge research, analysis, and outreach that address some of the most critical issues facing leaders shaping defense policy in the coming century. The initiative focuses on three core issues: the future of war, the future of U.S. defense needs and priorities, and the future of the U.S. defense system