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What If Tips Didn’t Get Taxed?

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May 2, 2025

Tariffs, Shipping and Shortages

What does a slowdown in Chinese imports mean for U.S. consumers and companies? Poole supply chain scholar Rob Handfield explains.
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Apr 24, 2025

What Is Fed Independence—And Why Does It Matter?

Markets reel over threats to the Federal Reserve's independence. Poole scholar Richard Warr explains why Fed freedom matters.

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Mar 11, 2025

Momentum Builds for Tax-Free Tips

Exempting tip income from taxes is popular. But is it good policy? Poole scholars explore.

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Oct 31, 2024

The Challenges of Unwinding a Trade War

The next president will have a limited ability to roll back the current trade war. Poole College economist Andrew Greenland explains why.
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Oct 29, 2024

Separating Immigration Rhetoric from Reality

Immigration is at the center of this year's presidential election. A Poole College economist analyzes the issue.
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Oct 23, 2024

Tax Law Changes Are On The Ballot 

Tax cuts passed in 2017 could expire under the next president. Poole scholars analyze the candidates' positions on them.
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Oct 23, 2024

The Pros and Cons of Wealth Taxes

Taxing the wealthy is a centerpiece proposal for Vice President Kamala Harris. Poole scholars probe its pros and cons.
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Aug 26, 2024

What If Tips Didn’t Get Taxed?

Poole College researchers Nathan Goldman and Christina Lewellen explore the implications of a policy both presidential candidates favor.