Britain finds herself between a ‘Keynesian’ America and a ‘Monetarist’ EU – but is doing better than both of them
Larry Elliot is the economics editor of the Guardian, but don’t let that put you off. Unlike the Labour frontbench, there are some parts of the British centre-left still capable of original thought on the economy. It is, for instance, refreshing to see someone look beyond the frustratingly restricted debate between ‘Keynesian’ supporters of stimulus […]
It’s been a long time since rival economic theories were of such political importance as they are now. Before 2008, the main political parties in both Britain and America were more or less united around a neo-liberal consensus – only really disagreeing on how exactly to share the proceeds of growth. However, since 2008, growth […]
The 60th anniversary of this composite figure provides an opportunity to lay him to rest.