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Elisabeth Kempf says to beware of polarization in your office
Professional contexts aren’t immune to partisan fragmentation.
Deeply divided elections cloud economic policy
Close, polarized contests help dial up economic policy uncertainty.
Why the US economy could take a hit after the election, regardless of who wins
Voters on both sides are convinced their candidate will win—and that the economy will suffer if he doesn’t.
Black voters face longer waits at the polls
Free and fair elections are vital to a well-functioning democracy, but in the United States, casting a ballot costs some voters significantly more time than others.
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Lower fines could lead to higher revenues
Personalized fines would be a win-win for municipalities and their residents.
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Who is driving stock prices?
Some investors influence valuations more than others do, research suggests.
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Inventors are eyeing your home office
The lockdowns triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic set off a significant shift in new patent applications toward technologies that support working remotely.