Plus, a missed opportunity for the U.S. to support democracy in Pakistan, and reforms to global financial architecture.
| Reaching long-term solutions for college affordability A lack of legislative progress on student loans and college affordability has forced the Biden administration to rely on executive proposals—such as those announced this week to cancel interest and expand debt relief for millions more Americans—as well as existing legislation. These approaches are insufficient to provide college affordability for new students. Dominique J. Baker discusses why Congress must act on college affordability and how states can take steps in the interim to move toward more affordable pathways to college. |
| More research and commentary Pakistan’s democracy, its military, and America. In February, Pakistan held a delayed, flawed election that was marked by a pre-poll crackdown on its most popular political party. Madiha Afzal argues that the Biden administration has largely dropped the ball when it comes to Pakistan’s democracy. A 21st century global financial architecture. Our Global Economy and Development program has undertaken an inclusive, multistakeholder process to discuss reforming the international financial architecture. A new report offers expert insights on addressing sovereign debt, building an equitable global taxation system, and more. |
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