Positive Economics History, Theory, Pros and Cons, and Example

Positive economics is a fact-based analysis of what is occurring in an economy, without making prescriptions of what should or should not be happening.
Reason

The Socio-Economic Backgrounds of American Academics

Does an individual's socio-economic background affect their likelihood of success in academia or their field of study? It certainly might. A new study, "Climbing the Ivory Tower: How Socio-Economic ...
Purdue University

Study: Leaders educated in economics spur faster economic growth

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Want your pipes fixed? Call a plumber. Need an illness diagnosed? See a doctor. Looking to boost your country’s economy? Choose a leader who was educated in economics. The ...
Campaign Asia

Regardless of their socio-economic background, everyone must feel that they have an equal shot at reaching their dreams: Essence’s T. ‘Gangs’ Gangadhar

This article is part of a content series on diversity, equity and inclusion for Campaign Asia-Pacific’s Women to Watch, created in partnership with Essence. Asia is a multicultural and diverse region, ...
Wall Street Journal

SAT to Give Students ‘Adversity Score’ to Capture Social and Economic Background

The College Board plans to assign an adversity score to every student who takes the SAT to try to capture their social and economic background, jumping into the debate raging over race and class in ...