Public Policy

How Trendsetters Shaped India’s Massive Sanitation Campaign

Five years ago, India took on the audacious target of eliminating open defecation by October 2019. A study by Penn researchers explores the role of change agents in trying to reach that goal.

Chinese Investments in Africa: Four Anti-corruption Trends to Watch

U.S. enforcement authorities are increasingly targeting corrupt practices among Chinese companies in Africa. Four trends are worth watching, notes this opinion piece.

The Dangers of Vaping: Making the Case for Tighter Regulation

dangers of vaping

New research from Penn Medicine shows that just one instance of non-nicotine vaping stresses blood vessels, highlighting the need for more regulation of the sector.

Curbing Climate Change: 30 Solutions That Could Make an Impact

climate change solutions

A new report by experts at the University of Pennsylvania offers solution-oriented proposals for tackling climate change at the federal, state and local levels.

What Will It Take to Rescue Argentina’s Economy?

argentina economy

If he wins in October, presidential hopeful Alberto Fernandez is best positioned to introduce long-term economic reforms in Argentina, say experts.

Could Increased Immigration Improve the U.S. Economy?

us immigration policy

A simulation from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that the U.S. could increase both employment and GDP by upping the net flow of immigrants. But political headwinds mean any[…]

The Climate Change Debate: Will New Proposals Provide Any Solutions?

Wharton experts discuss climate change proposals from the 2020 presidential candidates.

Why U.S.-China Supply Chains Are Stronger Than the Trade War

trade war supply chain impact

While the trade war between the U.S. and China continues to take its toll, global supply chains provide a “force for reason” in ending the standoff, writes Wharton dean Geoffrey[…]

Why Addressing Social Factors Could Improve U.S. Health Care

social determinants of health

Successfully addressing social determinants of health -- such as access to food, housing and employment -- could lead to “the greatest opportunity to advance health in our country in a[…]

Is the U.S. Economy Solid? Ask the Philadelphia Fed’s Patrick Harker

us economy today

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia president Patrick Harker discusses interest rate policies, recession fears and whether central banks are ready to introduce a stablecoin cyrptocurrency, among other issues.

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