Professor at American University. Defender of democracy. Lover of decency. Seeker of truth. Author/co-editor of books on Nigeria, constitution-making, and the American national security state. Editorial boards: Governance, Journal of Modern African Studies
Prof. Carl LeVan
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Blue = survey respondents overseas
I don't normally offer trigger warnings before my lectures, but in this one -- about central bank independence and democracy -- I will be quoting the president of the United States, so it is unfortunately necessary.
Bernie Sanders and his progressive allies are on a hot streak.
The senator’s support has been instrumental in powering unknown candidates to major wins this cycle, a demonstration of how much political influence the 84-year-old progressive leader still commands.
File under "supply chain adaptation"
Jaime Oberlander's survey w/U. Michigan: 43% of former #USAID have found no work. Much more unemployment for older cohorts. "Too young for retirement, too old to be competitive in a saturated job market". Survey reached 18% of former employees laid off. Asians more likely to have found work
Wrapping up an extraordinary visit to Beijing. Enjoyed reading op-ed in the paper about robot development and China's "supply chain strangulation" as the US falls behind. Also fascinating to read a communist arguing for openness. Trump's vision of capitalism is based on patronage, not competition.
20% experienced dual job loss among all respondents (both parents) while this hit 48% !!! of foreign service officers.
@altusaid.altgov.info @altusip.bsky.social @altcdc.altgov.info 81% reported stress related symptoms, physical issues. 24% of those diagnosed have PTSD. Depression and anxiety even more prevalent of the 74% not diagnosed, 73% report depression
The Vermont senator's primary endorsement hot streak continued on Tuesday.
