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Steven R. Weisman

Steven R. Weisman, former chief international economics correspondent for the New York Times, is the editorial director and public policy fellow of the Peterson Institute for International Economics

articles/2010/11/02/daniel-patrick-moynihan-his-letters-reveal-a-political-moderate/weisman-daniel-patrick-moynihan_138236_zrrmhz

How Moynihan Found the Center

At a time of political extremes, a new collection of Daniel Patrick Moynihan’s letters serves as a lesson about a man who found balance and moderation in government. Steven Weisman on what the senator can teach us today.

Steven R. Weisman

articles/2009/09/23/5-things-to-watch-for-at-the-g-20/weisman-g20_51492_oqp3vb

5 Things to Watch for at the G-20

As the world’s leaders discuss the world’s problems in Pittsburgh tomorrow, Steven R. Weisman breaks down what’s at stake—climate change, economic recovery, banking reform.

Steven R. Weisman

articles/2008/11/30/could-detroit-trigger-a-new-global-meltdown/weisman-detroit-economy_6186_drpd6v

Could Detroit Trigger a New Global Meltdown?

If history is any indication, bankruptcy filings by American automakers could have aftershocks around the world.

Steven R. Weisman

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