Background Information: Key Elasticities in the Diamond-Zodrow Model
In this background document, the authors provide some information on the choices of key parameter values used in the Diamond…
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Did the Budget Control Act Work?
As the Budget Control Act nears expiry, it is important to reflect on its effectiveness — does the BCA provide a framework…
February 4, 2021 
Redefining and Governing the Border as a Binational Commons
A well-managed U.S.-Mexico border is essential not only for millions of border residents in both countries, but for the U.S…
February 4, 2021 
Resetting and Reengaging U.S.-China Soft Power Relations
If the global economy is to recover after the pandemic, the United States must reestablish mutually beneficial economic…
February 3, 2021 
Extend Investment Tax Incentives for Small Business Recovery
Two federal income tax incentives for business investment are scheduled to end after 2021 and 2022, just as the small…
February 2, 2021 
Challenges Ahead for US Refiners?
U.S. oil refiners have had a great run this century. But market events in 2020 signal changes to come that will challenge…
February 2, 2021 
International Trade Issues: Challenges and Opportunities for the Biden Administration
The new administration should immediately abandon the “America Alone” policies of the Trump administration and work with our…
February 2, 2021 
The United States and Mexico: A New Chapter in the Binational Relationship?
Is Mexico's President López Obrador, a Trump fan, capable of making the changes needed for a new and different relationship…
February 2, 2021 
Recommendations for Realizing the Full Potential of Nanotechnology and Carbon Nanotubes in the Energy Transition
Rachel A. Meidl, the fellow in energy and environment, writes that investing in nanotechnology research and development is…
February 1, 2021 
COVID-19 and the Value of Safe Transport
The authors investigate the connection between the choice of transportation mode used by commuters and the probability of…
February 1, 2021