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Food From the East: Fertilizer Dependence and its Effect on America-China Relations
By Khalil Ben-Gacem Economic sanctions on Russia entail a dangerous balancing act between stopping the war in Ukraine and protecting...
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How Piracy Websites Could Incentivize Innovation in the Entertainment Industry
By Chenyi Zhang Where do you watch your favorite television show? The most popular responses one would expect are streaming service...
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The Tradeoffs of Shopping: Ethics vs. Sustainability
By Kiera Fetter When trying to build a wardrobe, consumers often want something versatile and a reflection of their personality. However,...
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The Commercialization of Girl Scout Cookies
By Khalil Ben-Gacem Girl Scouts of the United States of America is a 2.5 million person organization, renowned for its role as a staple...
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How Labor Informality in Mexico Hinders Socioeconomic Progress
HCER Staff Writer Abril Rodriguez Diaz explores the impact of informal employment on the Mexican economy.
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Dark Pools: Are Markets Unfair?
HCER Staff Writer Krishi Kishore explains dark pools, how they operate, and what they mean for consumers.
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America’s Cost of College Crisis
HCER Staff Writer Jonathan Fu explores the causes and implications of rising college costs in the U.S.
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Alma Mater Pride: Inside the Pricy World of Collegiate Merchandise
HCER Staff Writer Claire Swadling details the factors underpinning high collegiate merchandise prices--and why pricing should change.
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The Future of Pickleball: An Economic Perspective
HCER Staff Writer Krishi Kishore investigates the economic potential of pickleball.
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Ticket Price Ceilings: Keeping English Football Affordable
HCER Staff Writer Jonathan Fu dives into the economics of football price caps in England.
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Should the NHL Consider a Flexible Salary Cap?
HCER Staff Writer Victor Zeidenfeld explores how the NHL's rigid salary cap systemically disadvantages certain teams--and how to change it.
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What is the Value of a Sports Icon?
HCER Staff Writer Victor Zeidenfeld explores the costs and benefits of the Texas Rangers' foray into free agency.
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Ecological Economics—and What It Can Teach Us
HCER Staff Writer Gunnhildur FrÃða HallgrÃmsdóttir explains how ecological economics elucidates economic best practice.
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The Effects of Early Education on Intergenerational Mobility in the United States
Staff Writer Abril Rodriguez Diaz examines educational reforms that can increase intergenerational mobility.
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To What Extent is Brexit Responsible for Britain’s Excess Inflation?
Staff Writer William Tarr investigates the relationship between Brexit and the United Kingdom's present sky-high inflation levels.
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Rags to Riches: How MLB Talent Aided Minor League Ballplayers in Attaining Livable Salaries
Staff Writer Victor Zeidenfeld details the monopsony apparent in the baseball industry--and how it is being undermined.
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Is Belgium’s Policy of Wage Price Indexation Economically Damaging?
Staff Writer William Tarr delves into the economics of wage indexing in Belgium.
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Why Obesity and Eating Disorders Are Inherently Economic Issues
Staff Writer Miriam Nelson highlights the social and economic factors at the crux of obesity and eating disorders.
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Why You Might Want to Rethink Your Service Trip
Staff Writer Miriam Nelson explores the economic impacts of service trips--and why they aren't as beneficial as they may seem.
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Should High Frequency Trading be Regulated?
Staff Writer Esteban Medina delves into the dynamics of high frequency trading.
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A Word of Warning: Eurocentrism in Development Economics
Staff Writer Kenny Gu delves into the dangers of Eurocentrism in development economics.
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Resilient or Passive: Evaluating U.S. Climate Policy
Staff Writer Maddie Barkate examines command-and-control versus market-based policies in the context of U.S. climate change solutions.
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Central Bank Digital Currencies and Economic Development
Staff Writer Esteban Medina examines how Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) could impact developing nations.
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Why is my Seat (More) Uncomfortable? The Role of the "Invisible Hand’ in Airline Travel
Editor-in-Chief Julia Manso explores the role of the "invisible hand" in the deregulation of the airline industry.
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