May 9, 2012
The recent elections in Europe have many policymakers and pundits proclaiming “an end to austerity.” Here is Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson:
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May 3, 2012
The discussion over immigration is about to get a lot more interesting – and, possibly, fruitful.
May 2, 2012
It’s said the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, but what about the other side of the Atlantic?
April 30, 2012
Nick Akins grew up wanting to be a drummer in a rock-and-roll band.
CWB discussion featuring Barbara Hackman Franklin
The Honorable Barbara Hackman Franklin is the central figure in a book entitled, “A Matter of Simple Justice: The Untold Story of Barbara Hackman Franklin and A Few Good Women” by Lee Stout. The book sheds light on the Nixon Administration’s work to expand the role of women and the enduring impact in the American workplace.
April 19, 2012
When Jason Lee set off for a new country in search of success, his father was far from supportive. He saw Jason making a decision that was an affront to his upbringing. Hadn't he prepared Jason for all the work that was to be done closer to home? That was then, some handful of years ago.
CEO Leadership Series featuring Nick Atkins, American Electric Power
The electric utility industry is in a time of unprecedented change. AEP President and CEO Nick Akins discussed the implications for future energy prices and the U.S. Economy. American Electric Power is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, delivering electricity to more than 5 million customers in 11 states.
April 17, 2012
If you’re looking for some good news in the U.S. economy, you might want to head to the warm, energy rich Gulf Coast.
April 16, 2012
Over this past week, markets across the world were caught in turmoil. One major source of this upheaval was found, once again, in Europe. More specifically, Spain.
April 11, 2012
In this series, we are looking at how tough economic times have led the United States and Europe down two different paths – one focused on budget cuts, the other on investment and enterprise.