The “Lost Decade(s)” that have beleaguered the Japanese economy are rarely lost on anyone. In 1985, the Plaza Accord strengthened the Japanese yen. This, alongside overzealous financial deregulation, fueled an asset bubble that eventually burst i...
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The “Lost Decade(s)” that have beleaguered the Japanese economy are rarely lost on anyone. In 1985, the Plaza Accord strengthened the Japanese yen. This, alongside overzealous financial deregulation, fueled an asset bubble that eventually burst i...
Dew pearls on iris leaves, glistening in the pale light of the early morning sun. White blossoms infuse the air with their characteristic scent of jasmine. The landscape blooms with centifolia roses and fragrant lavender, flamboyant against the clear...
Dew pearls on iris leaves, glistening in the pale light of the early morning sun. White blossoms infuse the air with their characteristic scent of jasmine. The landscape blooms with centifolia roses and fragrant lavender, flamboyant against the clear...
The AI wave rippling through the US economy has raised both excitement and alarm. As an immense amount of capital changes hands between companies in the industry and investments in AI make up an increasing share of US GDP growth, some analysts now pr...
The AI wave rippling through the US economy has raised both excitement and alarm. As an immense amount of capital changes hands between companies in the industry and investments in AI make up an increasing share of US GDP growth, some analysts now pr...
President Donald Trump’s $40 billion bailout plan for Argentina represents a resurrection of dollar diplomacy—a term describing the practice of using US financial power to influence foreign politics. Over the 20th century, the dollar became incre...
President Donald Trump’s $40 billion bailout plan for Argentina represents a resurrection of dollar diplomacy—a term describing the practice of using US financial power to influence foreign politics. Over the 20th century, the dollar became incre...
President Donald Trump has positioned himself as a champion of the working class, yet his economic policies indicate otherwise. In July of this year, Trump signed a new “Big Beautiful Bill” into law, which included a provision that eliminates tax...
President Donald Trump has positioned himself as a champion of the working class, yet his economic policies indicate otherwise. In July of this year, Trump signed a new “Big Beautiful Bill” into law, which included a provision that eliminates tax...
Leaves burst into a dizzying array of colors, softly alighting on the ground with each new gust of wind. Rain rivulets stream down a foggy window pane as embers crackle in the enchanting glow of a fireplace. For some, autumn descends in these details...
Leaves burst into a dizzying array of colors, softly alighting on the ground with each new gust of wind. Rain rivulets stream down a foggy window pane as embers crackle in the enchanting glow of a fireplace. For some, autumn descends in these details...
This article was produced in part with the financial support of the Stone Inequality Initiative. Brown Political Review maintains editorial independence over all articles published. Between the colonial period and the 19th century, gambling expanded ...
This article was produced in part with the financial support of the Stone Inequality Initiative. Brown Political Review maintains editorial independence over all articles published. Between the colonial period and the 19th century, gambling expanded ...
Accompanying the rise of populism and increased polarization across the world, many governmental institutions are being scrutinized for both their structure and their actions. Among these institutions, central banks have increasingly found themselves...
Accompanying the rise of populism and increased polarization across the world, many governmental institutions are being scrutinized for both their structure and their actions. Among these institutions, central banks have increasingly found themselves...
2023 was the year of unions. The 148-day strike led by the Writers Guild of America ended with a 5 percent wage increase in the first year, bonuses for movies and TV shows on streaming, and protections against AI usage. Shortly after, the Screen Acto...
2023 was the year of unions. The 148-day strike led by the Writers Guild of America ended with a 5 percent wage increase in the first year, bonuses for movies and TV shows on streaming, and protections against AI usage. Shortly after, the Screen Acto...
Many say that the United States is in a “new cold war” with China. These two global superpowers exert their influence internationally through their webs of allies and large economies. The dynamics of Sino-American competition are heavily shaped b...
Many say that the United States is in a “new cold war” with China. These two global superpowers exert their influence internationally through their webs of allies and large economies. The dynamics of Sino-American competition are heavily shaped b...
Imagine you are in charge of a city. You care about your constituents and want to provide them with the services they need, but you are hamstrung by an inadequate budget. Unlike the federal government, you cannot print money or take on unlimited debt...
Imagine you are in charge of a city. You care about your constituents and want to provide them with the services they need, but you are hamstrung by an inadequate budget. Unlike the federal government, you cannot print money or take on unlimited debt...
Polarization defines America’s political landscape today. Political vitriol, talking past one another, and an outright lack of respect for different viewpoints permeates the air. BPR sat down with Celinda Lake and Ed Goeas—two political consultan...
Polarization defines America’s political landscape today. Political vitriol, talking past one another, and an outright lack of respect for different viewpoints permeates the air. BPR sat down with Celinda Lake and Ed Goeas—two political consultan...