U.S. Economic Issues
Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle (D-SD) talked about the U.S. economy, George W. Bush administration’s economic policy, and the need for more rational proposals to stimulate the economy. F…
82 viewsSenate Majority Leader Tom Daschle (D-SD) talked about the U.S. economy, George W. Bush administration’s economic policy, and the need for more rational proposals to stimulate the economy. F…
82 viewsMs. Steinbruner read comments from Leon Panetta and Mr. Chandler spoke about the formation of policies and the role of the Center. Mr. Baily presented the findings of the 2001 Economic Re…
74 viewsMr. Stiglitz highlighted the 51st annual presidential economic report. He outlined four challenges facing the U.S. economy despite its strong growth over the past four years: the aging popul…
54 viewsRepresentative David Obey(D-Wisconsin) spoke about the degrading economic situation of millions of U.S. workers and their families. He cited corporate methods for increasing profits, such as…
72 viewsJoseph Stiglitz, Chairman, Council of Economic Advisors, spoke about the administration’s economic 1996 report. The report focuses on the federal government’s changing role in the U.S. econo…
48 viewsSenator Ted Kennedy, D-MA, talked about the condition of the U.S. economy and proposed changes in tax, immigration, labor and business laws.
38 viewsJoseph Stiglitz, Chair for the Council of Economic Advisers, spoke about the role of economic forecasting in the budget process. He outlined how the Council of Economic Advisers predicts eco…
137 viewsRepresentative Richard Gephardt(D-MO) talked about a new federal tax system. He outlined what he called a “simple” and “fair” tax system. It calls for 75 percent of the population to pay 10 …
38 viewsLabor Secretary Robert Reich spoke about the state of the American workforce at a luncheon hosted by the Center for National Policy. He focused on changes in the economy and their impact on …
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