The Values & Capitalism Blog

The Values & Capitalism blog is a forum for discussion about issues of Christian faith, economics, politics, society, poverty, and more.

2018–2019 Values & Capitalism Young Scholar Awards

7 days ago

AEI

Blog, Economics, Faith, Politics, V&C Young Scholars

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The Values & Capitalism Young Scholar Award program seeks to foster high-quality academic research and writing by awarding $5,000 scholarships to up to six undergraduate students

The Art of Advertising

1 month ago

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Blog, Economics, Society

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In the contemporary United States, commercials are a cultural phenomenon. These mini films often have massive production costs and rake in serious cash for all kinds of companies.

A Letter to Recent Graduates

1 month ago

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Blog, Faith, Society

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If your graduation is looming, or you just became a recent graduate, I wanted to pen some reflections, advice, and words of encouragement

The Practice of Governing with Humility

3 months ago

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Blog, Politics, Society

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Last year, I gave a lecture to a group of students about dignity and humility. I made the case that when it comes to governing, treating the governed with respect requires those in positions of power to start from a place of modesty—appreciating others’ goodness, appreciating our own fallibility, and understanding what that means for public life.

Degree Inflation Is Hurting the Middle Class

3 months ago

AEI

Blog, Economics, Society

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Over the last several years, millions of Americans who did not graduate with a four-year degree are finding it harder to start a fulfilling career. One major cause? Degree inflation.

What "A Wrinkle in Time" Teaches Us About Good Government and Society

4 months ago

Aryana Petrosky

Blog, Politics, Society

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With the fast approaching movie release of “A Wrinkle in Time,” based on Madeline L’Engle’s children’s book, I decided to reread one of my childhood favorites before March 9th.

Apply for the 2018 Values & Capitalism Summer Conference

5 months ago

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Blog, Summer Programs, Upcoming Events

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The Values & Capitalism Summer Conference is a fully-funded two-day seminar in Washington, DC, for students and faculty partners from Christian colleges and universities across the country. On June 14–16, 2018, V&C will host its eighth annual Summer Conference, during which participants will engage with policy experts and practitioners in a series of[...]

Economic Impact of the Syrian Refugee Crisis on Jordan

5 months ago

AEI

Blog, Economics, Global Affairs, Poverty, V&C Young Scholars

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Fully opening employment for refugees in their host country is a solution that has never been tested, but it may just be the solution which this greatest of crises needs. This research paper assesses the impact of Special Economic Zones in Jordan amidst the Syrian refugee crisis.

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