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Paul A. Volcker ’49, Former Federal Reserve Chairman, Dies at 92

Paul A. Volcker ’49, a formidable force in U.S. government who led the Federal Reserve to quell inflation in the late 1970s and early 80s, died on…

In a Split Second, Clothes Make the Man More Competent in the Eyes of Others

People perceive a person’s competence partly based on subtle economic cues emanating from the person’s clothing, according to a study published in…

Politics & Polls #157: How Economists Attained Power in the Modern Era Featuring Binyamin Appelbaum

Economists shape conversations on topics ranging from business to politics, and their influence is widely felt; the Federal Reserve, trade…

Pesticide Companies Leverage Regulations for Financial Gains

Pesticides are present in many food products and play a central role in the production of traded agriculture, giving them global and economic…

Virtual Reality: A New Space for Developing Nuclear Arms Control

Nuclear weapons dangers are increasing across the globe, with growing arsenals, new weapon systems, plans for using nuclear weapons even earlier in a…

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New Industrial Revolution Sparked by Technology Gives Power to Service, Retail, Wholesale Industries

The United States is experiencing a new type of industrial revolution, one in which businesses outside of manufacturing are harnessing the power of…

Politics & Polls #147: Reagan’s Tax Cut Revolution Featuring Monica Prasad

In the 1980s, supply-side economics became a rallying cry of conservative politicians. This macroeconomic theory posits that lower taxes and…

Politics & Polls #144: The Origins of the Internet Featuring David Kushner

The internet continues to expand and grow in complexity, yet many people are unaware of its origins. Understanding the internet’s roots could be…

Initially Threatened by Change, People Adapt to Societal Diversity Over Time

President Donald Trump recently introduced immigration reforms that would prioritize education and employment qualifications over family connections…

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Facebook Data Transparency Advisory Group Releases Final Report

On May 23, 2019, Facebook’s Data Transparency Advisory Group (DTAG) released its independent report, which assesses Facebook’s methods of measuring…

Inequality Gap Grew Before the Great Recession and After, Study Finds

The Great Recession hit Americans across the socioeconomic spectrum, with some still working to recover economically. Yet, the drivers behind these…

Politics & Polls #133: Women of Color in the Digital Space Featuring Kimberly Bryant

The technology sector is an important part of the economy, yet there exists a dearth of women in the field — especially females of color.

Racial Bias Associated with Disparities in Disciplinary Action Across U.S. Schools

Studies have shown that black students are subjected to higher disciplinary rates than whites, resulting in a number of negative life outcomes,…

Reports of Corruption Increase in Nigeria After Film and Text Campaign

Project to Collect Real Portraits of American Life

Today, only half of children grow up to earn more than their parents, as opportunities for upward mobility continue to decline. Meanwhile, more than…

‘Working Rich’ Prevail Among Today’s Top Earners

Many blame idle millionaires for the rise in income inequality, but today’s top earners are actually the “working rich,” according to a new working…

Fake News Shared by Very Few, But Those Over 65 More Likely to Pass on Such Stories, New Study Finds

A small percentage of Americans, less than 9 percent, shared links to so-called “fake news” sites on Facebook during the 2016 presidential election…

No Laboratory Needed: The Person Project Mines Social Science Data with Secure Online Quizzes

Understanding the human psyche is complex, for ordinary people and scientists alike. Now, researchers at Princeton University have created a new tool…

Gift Expands Impact of Center for Information Technology Policy

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Politics & Polls #108: How Money Restricts Access to Political Office

Working-class citizens have been historically underrepresented in American politics.In this episode, Julian Zelizer and Sam Wang discuss the…

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To Dispel Myths, Redirect the Belief, Study Says

Beliefs can be hard to change, even if they are scientifically wrong. But those on the fence about an idea can be swayed after hearing facts related…

Q&A: EuroTragedy: A Drama in Nine Acts

In his new book, “EuroTragedy: A Drama in Nine Acts,” Ashoka Mody offers a historical narrative of how European leaders decided to adopt the euro as…

Guess, McCarty Join Commission Focused on Facebook’s Influence Over Elections and Democracy

Two Princeton University professors are part of a new initiative that will help social scientists to study the spread of information and…

Congress Must Adopt Stronger Safeguards for Wireless Cybersecurity, Mayer Testifies

Thanks to the advent of cell phones, tablets and smart cars, Americans are increasingly reliant on wireless services and products. Yet despite…