Although US debt may be at eye-popping levels, an economist explains why it shouldn't keep you up at night.
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Americans seem to believe trade deficits are a bad thing, partly because of arguments suggesting they mean the US is 'losing.' An economist explains why that's rubbish.
One striking feature of Brett Kavanaugh's testimony was the number of times he interrupted. Data shows that hearing interruptions are becoming more common, particularly when the nominee is female.
New nonprofits don't make the same impact everywhere. In most places, there's enough money to go around to support new ones.
Digitized state records help to tell the stories of African-American prisoners in the 19th and 20th century.
Despite the UN's Universal Declaration of Human Rights, it remains difficult to measure governments' performance. A new data tool gives countries a scorecard on how well, or badly, they are doing.
The share of people who give their time to good causes is starting to dip.
Overuse of sand for construction and industry is harming the environment and fueling violence around the world. Scientists explain why we need international rules to regulate sand mining and use.
The Federal Reserve lifted rates for the second time this year and expects to do so once more, suggesting it's fairly confident the economic recovery will continue. Is it overconfident?
Many Latino immigrants feel comfortable with traditional medicine approaches at their local botánica. These might provide a helpful bridge in providing treatment to large groups of people.
Historical data suggest that a contentious candidate can delay a president's progress on other initiatives.
Consumers tend to think that healthy foods have to cost more than their less nutritional counterparts. New psychological research looks at how pervasive this is.
Narcissists are more self-promoting on social media and tend to have large numbers of 'friends' and followers.
Polls show Trump and Hillary in a dead heat in the Peach State this year. An expert on Southern politics examines the possibility of Georgia turning blue.
The former KKK grand wizard from Louisiana is hopeful Trump supporters will turn out for his bid for U.S. Senate. Political scientists who have studied his career consider his chances.
Relationship education programs are meant to strengthen low-income couples, with the idea children would benefit. But focusing on communication skills overlooks what really matters to these Americans.
Confirmation hearings are important to the health of American democracy -- so bring on Merrick Garland's.
The consequences if lawmakers don't raise the debt ceiling in the coming days are unknown but potentially devastating for the US and global economy.
Any nuclear weapon exchange or major nuclear plant meltdown will immediately lead to a global public health emergency. What can we learn from past events to help prepare?
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Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Georgia
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Ph.D. Candidate, College of Public Health, University of Georgia
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Associate Professor of Higher Education, University of Georgia
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Alex W. Smith Professor of Law & UGA Law in Atlanta Director, University of Georgia
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Assistant Professor of Political Science, University of Georgia
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Assistant Professor of International Affairs, University of Georgia
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Ph.D. Candidate in Marketing, University of Georgia
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Ph.D. Candidate, University of Georgia
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J. Alton Hosch Professor of Law, University of Georgia
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Professor of Political Science, University of Georgia
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Associate Professor of Public Administration and Policy, School of Public and International Affairs, University of Georgia
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Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science, University of Georgia
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Assistant Professor of History, University of Georgia
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Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Georgia
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William D. Lastrapes is a Friend of The Conversation.
Professor of Economics, University of Georgia
