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February 4, 2020
Non-compete contracts: Potential justifications and the relevant evidence
Ryan Nunn speaks at the Federal Trade Commission about his research concerning non-compete contracts.
Commentary
November 20, 2019
Jay Shambaugh testifies on connecting more people to work
On November 20, 2019, Jay Shambaugh testified before the U.S. Joint Economic Committee during the hearing, "Connecting More People to Work".
News
October 4, 2019
The alarming employment trends that the jobs report won’t tell you
Kriston McIntosh
In an op-ed written by Kriston McIntosh, Ryan Nunn and Jay Shambaugh, The Hamilton Project explains why increasing demand for labor and removing impediments to…
News
August 27, 2019
Who watches out for workers?
Kriston McIntosh
There is no single explanation for the vulnerability of American workers today, but one crucial trend is the erosion of private-sector union membership. The Ha…
News
June 28, 2019
Wise infrastructure investments can stabilize the economy and reduce climate risk
Much of the nation’s economic activity is made possible by roads and railways. As policymakers consider new directions for infrastructure policy, The Hamilton …
June 14, 2019
Does Head Start work? The debate over the Head Start impact study, explained
Early childhood education improves school readiness and has impacts not only into adulthood, but on the next generation, according to commentary by Fellow Laur…
April 25, 2019
What explains occupational licensing?
How and why does occupational licensing exist? As policymakers consider reforms, Hamilton Project Policy Director Ryan Nunn and Gabriel Scheffler of Penn Law S…
News
April 15, 2019
Three proposals to give Americans a tax break and increase labor force participation
This tax season, some Americans will receive a financial boost from federal and state refunds while others will face unexpected payments. The Hamilton Project …