Policy Analysis
Economic policy analysis & forums. Economic policy represents the co-mingling of pure economic theory with politics, and further signals the often fascinating combination of the positive analysis of economists with the normative analysis of politicians. In short, economists think in non-biased terms and use formulas and data to determine the most efficient use of resources. Politicians, on the other hand, must be concerned with the needs of constituents, and cannot always implement the most efficient policy. This is especially so if the positive analysis of economists, and the policy it would naturally suggest, is obviously detrimental to the well being of a specific section of society. It is the interaction of economists and politicians, and normative and positive analysis, that determines the economic policies of nations. The links included herein relate to economic policy analysis and forums.
American Council for Capital Formation
Browse through a virtual repository of information. This site offers environmental/tax analyses and more.
Conference Board
Browse this site for information on a diverse range of topic relating to economic policy issues and business practices.
Deficits, the National Debt, and Economic Growth
Explore the many facets of the debt versus growth debate, including a book list, at this web site.
Electronic Policy Network: Idea Central: Economics and Politics
Discover this rich collection of political/economic commentaries, including columns by notable economic experts.
Federal Reserve Bank, Minneapolis, Minnesota: United States Monetary Policy
Review Federal Open Market Committee minutes, resources for educators and more at this site from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.
National Center for Policy Analysis
Explore the intricacies of policy analysis, from information on policy issues to a daily digest, at this site from the National Center for Policy Analysis.
United States National Debt Clock
Browse this site for a look at America's national debt. You can obtain the amount of the debt here.
University of California, Berkeley: Center for Community Economic Research: Economic Democracy Information Network
Visit this site from the University of California at Berkeley for a wealth of information, including a directory of economic issues.
University of California, Berkeley: Center for Community Economic Research: National Budget Simulation
For those who love challenges in a simulated game arena. You are asked to achieve a balanced budget, by reducing the fiscal deficit from a particular year.