The Grumpy Economist

Thinking Through Phase II

What it will take to begin reopening the American economy.

The Grumpy EconomistApril 8, 2020
Thinking Through Phase II
John Cochrane looks at the economic and public health complications that will arise from trying to restart the American economy in the wake of COVID-19.

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John H. Cochrane

John H. Cochrane

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