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Impact of the pandemic on economic theories and policies
TLDR The pandemic tested economic theories like the bullwhip effect, highlighted gender disparities in task assignments, showcased different strategies for economic recovery between Europe and the US, and emphasized the need for granular data in economic research.
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Economic theories, like the bullwhip effect, were put to the test during the pandemic, revealing the impact of supply chain disruptions on orders and inventory.
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Former President Trump is facing serious legal challenges while also expressing interest in reclaiming his old job.
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Women tend to be burdened with more non-promotable work tasks compared to men in various professions, but the shift to remote work during the pandemic did not completely eliminate this gender disparity.
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Remote work during the pandemic shifted the nature of undesirable tasks, potentially exacerbating gender biases in task assignments, but raising awareness can lead to positive changes in how these tasks are distributed.
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During the pandemic, Europe implemented job protection measures in response to mass unemployment, contrasting with the US approach of layoffs, showcasing different strategies for economic recovery.
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Transformative economic policies were implemented during the pandemic, including measures like the enhanced child tax credit and debates on federal parental leave, but the response fell short of permanent change despite a strong labor market.
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Economics traditionally focuses on macro-level data and natural experiments at the state level, but there is a growing recognition of the need to collect granular data from less populous communities to truly understand economic dynamics.
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Economists are now able to conduct place-based economic research and policy by analyzing granular data sets such as credit card and mortgage payments by zip code, marking a significant shift in the field of economics.
