War and the Economy

Guest Host:

Steve Roberts
War and the Economy

The Senate approved a tax cut plan this week that is half of what the administration had proposed. Two economists offer differing perspectives on the federal budget, the economy, and the economic implications of war in Iraq.

The Senate approved a tax cut plan this week that is half of what the administration had proposed. Two economists offer differing perspectives on the federal budget, the economy, and the economic implications of war in Iraq.

Guests

Paul Krugman

professor of economics, Princeton University and op-ed columnist, New York Times

William Beach

Director, The Heritage Foundation's Center for Data Analysis

Please familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct and Terms of Use before posting your comments.

The Diane Rehm Show is produced by member-supported WAMU 88.5 in Washington DC.