This book presents an overview of inter-American relations during the first two decades of the twenty-first century.

US markets are more open to foreign imports than those of other TPP members. TPP would level the playing field for US firms in foreign markets. Increased export growth could…

When do voters win? This paper derives conditions under which a democracy will produce policies that favor the voter over special interests in a setting where politicians can be influenced…

Integrating HIV and nutrition programming leads to a positive impact on health outcomes. A small-scale pilot program that integrated HIV and nutrition service delivery, Malawi’s program had a cost-effectiveness of…

There is a need for fundamental changes in the ways society views electric energy. Electric energy must be treated as a commodity which can be bought, sold, and traded, taking…

Global warming is one of today's greatest challenges. The science of climate change leaves no doubt that policies to cut emissions are overdue. Yet, after twenty years of international talks…