Global Economy

From the Ashes of Neoliberalism

communitychange.org — The neoliberal agenda has had devastating consequences. To change course, we will need to challenge the values of individualism and competition, and reintroduce the values of community and cooperation.

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Partisan Tangle Over Trade Pact With Colombia

nytimes.com — A drive by President Bush to win passage of a modest trade deal with Colombia erupted Wednesday into an angry partisan confrontation between the White House and House Democrats, with both sides using trade as a surrogate for an election-year battle over jobs, national security and the sinking economy.

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The Private Sector: Too many imports could spoil stimulus plan

post-gazette.com — Before Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke decides on the next interest rate cut to stimulate the economy and head off a recession, he really needs to listen to ... Ben Bernanke. Mr. Bernanke made clear in testimony that American stimulus no longer encourages much more American production.

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