What Biden Should Prioritize in His First Term
Beyond COVID, the Democrat’s priority must be revitalizing the American Dream.
New Deal for the Middle Class
Neither poor enough to qualify for welfare nor wealthy enough to live comfortably, the West’s middle classes need a new deal.
Britain Is Once Again the Sick Man of Europe
It needs radical changes in health and elderly care, the economy and its constitution.
New Social Contract for the World After COVID
The pandemic makes clear we need reform.
The American Dream Could Use Some European Inspiration
European countries went through — and solved — some of the problems America has.
The Sources of Populist Rage — And What To Do About It
Reactionary populism is less a coherent policy platform than a cry for attention.
Thoughts on Class, Meritocracy and Civic Consciousness
The upperclass lives comfortably and with little regard for the rest of society.
Seven Reasons to Worry About the American Middle Class
Middle incomes are stagnant. Employment and wages are down. Few believe in the American Dream anymore.
The Rent Is Too High, Partisanship Versus Democracy
Expanding affordable housing in America’s major cities is the key to reducing inequality.
New Social Compact: Deregulation and Universal Basic Income
If deregulation is coupled with the introduction of a universal basic income, people may not fear being left behind.
Merkel’s Answer to Populist Challenge: Shift to the Left
Germany’s conservative party leader calls for a focus on pay, pensions and housing.
Conservatives Need to Make Capitalism Work for Everyone
Free markets and globalization have made Britain wealthier, but it doesn’t always feel that way.
Smart Policies, Wrong Vision from Germany’s Social Democrats
The party has a plan to help middle-income voters, but it tries to sell it as an agenda for social justice.
Middle-Income Suburbanites Decided the Election — Again
The white working class gets too much attention.
Obama Gets Economic Challenge Right, Regulations Wrong
The president is right we need a new social compact, but he still underestimates the impact of regulation.
Middle England Finds Itself Between Blue-Red Divide
Conservative-leaning Middle England holds the balance in Britain’s European Union referendum.