Congress, Politics, Books
and American History

Book Discussion on Only the Super-Rich Can Save Us!

In his novel Ralph Nader imagines placing seventeen billionaires in one room to solve the country's problems, from the redevelopment of New Orleans to a...

White House Daily Briefing

Jay Carney briefed reporters and answered questions. Topics included Standard and Poor's decision to cut its ratings outlook on the U.S. to negative from stable....

French Economic Minister Remarks

French Finance Minister Lagarde spoke about the impact of U.S. debt on the world economy and France's economic situation. She also responded to questions from...

Q&A with Kathryn Wylde

Kathryn Wylde talked about the current state of the New York City economy and the role the Partnership for New York City was taking to...

Obama Administration Budget and Policy Priorities

Michael Tanner talked about his recent "National Review" analysis of the 2012 budget released by the Obama administration, and other administration policies of which he...

U.S. Economic Outlook

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke testified about fiscal policy and the state of the economy. Among the topics he addressed were efforts to restrict inflation,...

Presidential Remarks on Innovation

President Obama spoke to workers about energy efficient building programs during remarks at Penn State University. Under the president's plan, those initiatives would be paid...

House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee on Jobs

The House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee held a hearing on job creation and the economy. Among the topics they addressed were proposals to increase...

Weekly Republican Address

In the weekly Republican address, Senator Ron Johnson talked about the effects of the increasing size and cost of government on the economy.

Movement-Building Models

Community organizers spoke about their craft and forming grassroots political and social movements. They also focused on efforts to empower those hurt in the recent...

Jobs and U.S. Competitiveness

Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty talked about jobs and U.S. economic competitiveness as well as related issues, including the need for a quality education and...

Manufacturing Exports and the Economy

Panelists talked about approaches to expanding U.S. manufacturing and exports. Topics included investments in education, infrastructure, and U.S. global competitiveness. Panelists also discussed innovations in...