By defining democracy as a social technology that can be evolved, designed and changed through innovative solutions, we look to the policies, case studies, and technologies implemented by institutions to advance economic progress.
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Income Sharing Agreements (ISAs)
Income sharing agreements fund a student’s education in exchange for a share of their future income.
Quantitative Easing (QE)
Quantitative easing (QE) is an unconventional monetary policy tool used by central banks to stimulate economies during recessions when traditional interest rate policies are insufficient. This overview examines QE’s implementation during the 2008 Great Recession and COVID-19 pandemic, its benefits, risks, and broader societal implications.
Registered Apprenticeships
Registered apprenticeships put millions of workers on the path to economic stability, but we can do more to increase equitable access to this life-changing pipeline.
Federal Credit Unions
Federal Credit Unions (FCUs) are not-for-profit, member-owned institutions offering affordable financial services that combat predatory lending and invest in underserved communities.
Permanent Funds
Permanent funds, exemplified by Alaska's program, demonstrate how the usage of resource wealth can be transformed into financial benefits for residents.
Paid Family Leave Social Insurances
Paid family leave (PFL) social insurance is a more equitable alternative to employer-sponsored leave, often unavailable to low-wage workers. However, to ensure equitable access, public PFL must provide sufficient wage replacements to enable low-income workers to apply and fully benefit from the program.