Coming up with a good idea, with an insight into the way the world works that is really new and that you really believe in, is a deeply satisfying experience.

Friedrich Hayek is not an important figure in the history of macroeconomics.

Outrageous fiscal mendacity is neither historically normal nor bipartisan. It’s a modern Republican thing.

Economics is not a morality play.

Simple doesn't mean stupid. Thinking that it does, does.

For most Americans, economic growth is a spectator sport.

Rising inequality isn’t about who has the knowledge; it’s about who has the power.