Economics, Politics
Capitalism vs socialism: Is Marxism relevant today?
The capitalism vs socialism dispute is not over. Karl Marx´s main ideas are increasingly debated. Is class struggle back? Is Marxism still relevant today?
Public sector vs private sector: pros and cons of privatization
Is the private sector more efficient than the public sector? Should public services be privatized? Check the pros and cons of privatization. Join and vote!
Bitcoin pros and cons: cryptocurrencies the future of money?
Fad or revolution? Scam or profitable investment? Pros and cons of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, prices and the future of money. Bubble & speculation
Is Churches tax-exempt status fair? Churches play an important role in society but shouldn't they be taxed? GOP tax bill. Non-profit and IRS
Sustainable development or "land grabbing"
Foreign direct investment in agriculture has become controversial. We discuss if FDI helps sustainable development or is mostly a way of "land grabbing".
Does renewable energy create jobs? Pros and cons
Renewable energy pros and cons. Green energy jobs. Global energy transition. We discuss the benefits and disadvantages of hydropower, solar and wind energy
Resource-rich countries and economic diversification strategy
The "resource curse" threatens resource-rich developing countries. We debate the main barriers to a successful economic diversification strategy.
Government intervention: market failures and innovation
Is government intervention good? Should it be limited to fixing market failures and supplying public goods? At LSE we debate if it promotes innovation.
Free market pros and cons: efficiency and inequality
Allocative efficiency, income inequality and government intervention in free markets. At the LSE we discuss the pros and cons of free market and regulation
Major issues in America for President Trump
Find out what are the major issues in America. Environmental, political, security, social and economic problems President Donald Trump needs to address.
NAFTA pros and cons and controversy. Find out more about the history of this free-trade agreement, its impact on jobs, the economy and environment. Join us
Global financial crisis 2016? Brexit and recession
Are the economic consequences of Brexit going to trigger a new global financial crisis in 2016? UK recession, contagion and globalization. Vote!
Will the Euro collapse or survive in the long run?
The European debt crisis has endangered the future of the Euro. Will the Eurozone financial crisis end up trigger an Euro crash. Will it collapse? Debate!
Tax haven countries: restrict transactions?
Find out what are the most important tax haven countries and offshore centers. Join our discussion on regulation, tax avoidance and tax evasion. Vote!
Retirement age debate: raised or lowered?
Retirement age is becoming a heated debate. When is the best time to retire? Can governments afford current pension schemes? Is paid retirement in danger?
Are we witnessing the collapse of capitalism? Is capitalism the best economic system? We discuss its pros and cons of free market economy. Join our debate
Keynes vs Friedman: most influential economist?
Keynes and Friedman are the most influential economists of the 20th century. We compare Monetarism vs Keynesianism. Join our poll and debate
How to solve unemployment: benefits or training?
Is financial support to the unemployed a necessary help or a disincentive? Should training be prioritized over benefits? How to solve unemployment?
There are strong supporters and opponent of the austerity measures implemented during the crisis. Here we discuss whether Europe needs more austerity.
Is the financial crisis just the harbinger of change?
The global financial crisis can be seen as a temporary crisis or as the beginning of a fundamental change of model.
Be your own boss? Self-employed vs employee
Becoming self-employed is a big decision. If you want to be your own boss you should consider carefully the pros and cons of self-employment. Find out more
German war reparations to Greece: Is Athens' claim fair?
Does Germany really owe Greece a compensation for Nazi occupation during WWII? Are the claims for German war reparations simply an attempt of manipulation?
Permanent budget surplus: good house keeping or economic straitjacket?
Having a permanent budget surplus in times of economic bonanza: Is it good house keeping or will it increase inequalities and prevent growth?
London property bubble: Will it burst?
London property prices are among the highest in the world. We discuss if London has a housing bubble and the chances that it will burst soon. Vote & debate
Future of Africa: next big world player?
Is the future of Africa bright? Can Africa play its own strengths and emerge as the next big world player? Participate in our poll and debate.
The return of the politics of envy?
With inequality on the rise and disaffection among voters at an all time high, are we seeing the creeping return of the "politics of envy"?
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