Public Policy
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Public Policy
How investors can play the Fed in market downturns
New research shows aggressive Fed intervention in the financial markets can wind up increasing asset price volatility.
The promise and peril of The Hype Machine
A new book looks at how social media is reshaping the world for good and bad — and how to protect society and democracy from its threats.
How unemployment benefits spur new business creation
Data from France shows that unemployment benefits can encourage entrepreneurs to open up new businesses and boost the economy.
The cost of uncoordinated responses to COVID-19
Social distance behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic are influenced by geography and social connectedness, a new study finds.
5 ways to stabilize the COVID-19 economy
Financial experts recommend a second stimulus package, a vaccine timeline, guards against inflation, and other government responses to the crisis.
4 unexpected findings about COVID-19 deaths
Obesity rates, poverty rates, and pollution may not correlate with COVID-19 deaths after all. But public transportation does.
Telecommuting exposes fault lines in COVID-19 economy
New research shows those who can’t work from home bear the brunt of the pandemic’s economic fallout — particularly women with children.
4 COVID-19 lessons for climate change
Success and failure from the coronavirus pandemic offer insights on how to fight global warming. Step 1: Begin now.
How an age-based reopening could save lives
MIT economists recommend older Americans stay home during COVID-19 pandemic while younger adults return to work sooner.
3 policy proposals to bolster the post-lockdown economy
Financial experts call for more aid to small businesses, more liquidity for banks, penalty-free access to retirement accounts — and a safe return to work.