James Forcier: Groundhog Day Economics

Groundhog Day Economics: Why Do We Keep Making the Same Mistakes?


James Forcier, Assistant Professor and Director, Applied Economics Program, USF; Managing Director, Bay Analytics


Are we getting a clear picture of what caused the current economic situation and who is responsible? Forcier contends that blame is not being allocated according to responsibility. He asks how we can avoid similar situations if we don’t first understand the problems and recognize who is responsible – including ourselves.


MLF: International Relations
Location:
SF Club Office
Time: 11:30 a.m. check-in, noon program
Cost: MEMBERS FREE, $15 non-members
Program Organizer: Norma Walden
Also know: Presenting sponsor: Wells Fargo Bank