Some Friday Reads

I am on my way back to Brazil to continue my research on child labor, education and adult outcomes next week, so look for sporadic posting with a decided southern hemisphere twist.  I am heading into the depths of winter there so I am packing all my warm winter clothes...

And since I have a lot to get organized between now and my Monday departure here are a few interesting reads for a hot and sultry Friday afternoon.

Six Policies Economists Love (and Politicians Hate) (from NPRs Planet Money)

Central Planning in History (from the Why Nations Fail blog) 

Can Capitalism Survive Climate Change? (from Berfrois)

Is Simple Demography Behind Weak Economy? (from the NY Times)

Enjoy the weekend!