For principles of economics and social issues courses.



Brief, relevant readings that spark independent thinking and classroom discussions

The Economics of Macro Issues is a collection of brief, relevant readings that spark independent thinking and classroom discussion in principles of economics and social issues. The text encourages students to apply theoretical discussions to today's important issues to gain a deeper understanding of current macroeconomic policy concerns. The 8th Edition addresses critical new macroeconomic policy issues with timeliness and insight. And it showcases pivotal developments in American economic affairs and policy making in the past few years, in ways that will both challenge and enlighten students at all levels of academia.