Often cited, seldom read. Branko Milanovic finally reads the whole of Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations and reflects upon its meaning.
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Branko Milanovic: The bitterness of Adam Smith
EU politics
The Guardian: Five in court accused of trying to help migrants enter Greece
Billions of Euros to reward the dictator Erdogan, prison for EU citizens that have a civilised conscience. That is the EU today – and Syriza, which sold its people down the river. Read here
Climate Change
DeSmog UK: Insurance Companies Claim They’ve Gone Clean, But Still Invest Billions in Polish Coal
The suits are still making money at the expense of our climate. Whenever managers of international corporations can find a microphone or journalist, all they talk about is their green policy. In reality it is […]
Economics
Larry Elliot: The value of the customs union to the UK is overrated
It’s seen as a key part of a soft Brexit, but in reality the union has not provided much of a boost to trade of goods with the EU Read here
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