Mark Weisbrot’s Columns
Mark Weisbrot’s column examines critical threats to global economic stability and democratic institutions, offering incisive analysis of pressing issues facing the US and international community.
A No-Brainer for Global Growth and US Jobs
With global growth slowing and many developing countries facing debt crises, the world needs another infusion of the International Monetary Fund’s reserve asset. But while the benefits would be far-reaching and free of risk, the US Treasury has been standing in the way.
Trump’s Tariffs Are a Distraction That Can Continue for a While
Explore the potential effects of Trump’s tariffs on the US’s biggest trading partners. Learn about the political and economic implications of these trade policies.
Mark Weisbrot’s Remarks from CEPR’s Webinar on Ending IMF Surcharge Policy – September 10, 2024
Exploring the harm caused by IMF surcharges on borrowing countries and the implications for the global economy and debt-stressed nations.
Why Is the “Pro-Family” GOP Blocking Legislation that Would Help Lift Many Kids Out of Poverty?
Republicans are actively opposing important legislation to help children and parents.
Issues for the Voters in November’s Election: The US Economy, and the Fate of Minority Rule
Explore the impact of the economy on the November elections. Find out why swing voters consider it the most important issue.
Julian Assange Did the Time, but Who Did the Crime?
Assange was confined and incarcerated for 14 years for something that journalists do every day — according to the leading experts on the law of human rights and civil liberties.
Why Is Chuck Schumer Refusing a Vote on the Child Tax Credit?
The Senate Majority Leader needs to move quickly to allow Senators to vote on this massively popular legislation with a real chance of passage.
Trump’s Republican Party Is Still the Republican Party: You Should Worry About Your Social Security and Medicare
What is the Republican Party today? Any answer has to start with Donald Trump, who has a grip on the Republican Party that is perhaps unprecedented in the modern era.
Why Biden Can’t Afford to Expand the War
A Widening War in the Middle East Could Alter US Election Results
