In August 2002, Dr. Dean Baker published a paper entitled "The Run-Up in Home Prices: Is It Real or Is It Another Bubble?" Using the simplest of economic measures — the relationship between the cost of renting and buying a…
On March 18, N.C. Policy Watch is proud to welcome Dr. Dean Baker to Raleigh to help us make sense of the current economic situation.
Understanding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the Citizens United case. How bad is it? What do we do now?
Short of all-out nuclear war, it’s unlikely that any issue confronting humankind poses a greater threat to its long-term health and wellbeing than global warming. Now, happily, it appears that the federal government is beginning to get serious about enacting legislation that would place some limits on U.S. carbon emissions. But, of course, as with any major federal legislation, the devil is in the details.
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Wendell Potter is one of the nation’s most prominent spokespersons for national health care reform. He is a Senior Fellow on Health Care at the national nonprofit advocacy group, the…
With North Carolina’s economy and budget in crisis, state leaders of all political parties and philosophies are demanding - more than ever - a solution to the mushrooming growth in corrections expenditures. Can North Carolina gain control of this unsustainable budget-buster while, at the same time, improving both public safety and outcomes for offenders? If we follow the example of a growing number of states, the answer to his question may well be a resounding “yes.” Come learn more at a very special, mid-summer Crucial Conversation Luncheon.
With North Carolina's economy and budget in crisis, state leaders of all political parties and philosophies are demanding - more than ever - a solution to the mushrooming growth in corrections expenditures. Can North Carolina gain control of this unsustainable…
Please join us for a very special NC Policy Watch Crucial Conversation featuring
Congressman Brad Miller
A former state Representative and Senator, Congressman Miller recently began his fourth term in Congress as the Representative from North Carolina’s 13th district. During his service…
North Carolina is one of only two states with antiquated juvenile justice laws that send 16- and 17-year-olds to adult prison for any offense however minor. Children who do not receive developmentally appropriate punishment and rehabilitative services are much more…
Thousands of us will meet at Chavis Park in Raleigh and march back to Jones Street demanding that state leaders complete action on ALL 14 points of its People’s Agenda. “
The 2009 Legislative session is about to convene. A state budget will be developed and many important fiscal and policy issues will be debated. If you’re looking for the inside scoop on what to expect, be sure to attend a special “Crucial Conversation” luncheon sponsored by NC Policy Watch.
To find out how and why women give, and how to engage them, join the Philanthropy Journal for a Lunch 'n' Learn workshop.
Featuring consultants Beth Briggs and Karla Williams, the interactive session will use case studies and success stories about…
Increasing global competition, economic restructuring at home, rapid population growth, and other forces are rewriting the rules for how we produce jobs, build wealth, and conserve our natural resources. The ability of our nation to grow and prosper and meet…
NC Policy Watch and the NC Justice Center invite you to a very special Crucial Conversation Luncheon featuring nationally recognized economist, author, and commentator
Dr. Dean Baker, co-director of the Washington, DC-based Center for Economic and Policy Research.
"America after Bush: What the next president…
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