Julio Friedmann is one of the experts that say the fortunes of U.S. steel and other industries could hinge on how a carbon import fee program is drafted and enforced.

Jenik Radon and Stephen Sestanovich expand on the politics of energy pipelines.

In his article, Shang-Jin Wei asks the consequences of delisting for both the U.S. and China.

Jeffrey Sachs writes on the 2006 satirical film 'Idiocracy.'

Ben Orlove talks about impact of distant fires on NYC: "these summer days where smoke comes in, making it unpleasant for everyone, and dangerous for many."

Lincoln Mitchell says the former U.S. president Donald Trump's "bigotry, contempt for democracy, and disconnect from reality" has taken over the Republican Party.

Lincoln Mitchell writes on the pressure on the United States to respond to events closer to its shores, while President Biden focuses on Afghanistan and other faraway locales.

Daniel M. Smith writes with Phillip Y. Lipscy on the political stakes for the Japanese government in the decision to move forward with the Olympics.

Scott Barrett discusses the EU's proposed carbon border tax and more.

Ester R. Fuchs talks on civic engagement in NYC.