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How a British Overseas Territory Became the Largest Holder of U.S. Debt
The Cayman Islands sits at the heart of a network of British financial jurisdictions. Together, they manage trillions in assets, influencing global capital flows and investment networks. Flag of the Cayman Islands -- Dickelbers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons By John P. Ruehl China, which was the largest holder of U.S. government debt as recently as 2019 , has cut its holdings to the lowest level since 2008 , driven by changing trade patterns, geopolitical concerns, and
The Left Chapter
Mar 218 min read
You Can Learn a Lot About Someone’s Mind From the Way They Talk
Scientists are uncovering how the hidden effort of talking affects everything from everyday conversations to spotting deception and fake...
The Left Chapter
Oct 3, 202515 min read
What Mainstream Economists Won’t Tell You about Chinese Modernisation
Shot from the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China -- public domain image By Shiran Illanperuma China’s modernisation...
The Left Chapter
Aug 30, 20254 min read
This Clinic in Chicago Offers Free Legal Aid to Solidarity Economy Groups
The Community Enterprise and Solidarity Clinic is part of a growing mutual aid movement in Chicago, Illinois. The University of Illinois...
Michael Laxer
Feb 5, 20255 min read
With Martial Law Defeated, Now Is a Decisive Moment for Change in South Korea
South Koreans protest against the president, December 4 -- image via Hashflu, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons By Steven Lee Late at...
Michael Laxer
Dec 11, 20245 min read
How California’s Fast-Food Workers Won $20 an Hour
The fast-food industry threatened to undo a major labor law in California. But even a compromise bill appeasing the industry is a huge...
Michael Laxer
Oct 13, 20235 min read
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