Paul Krugman's file:
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Paul Krugman is a columnist for The New York Times and professor of Economics and International Affairs at Princeton University. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics in 2008.

Recent statements involving Paul Krugman

"One in four Texans lacks health insurance, the highest proportion in the nation."

"The average Republican voter thinks there should be some revenue as part of this deal."

"There are actually half a million fewer government employees now than there were when (President Barack) Obama took office."

"The average unemployed American has been out of work for almost 40 weeks."

"Large majorities" of the public "oppose major changes to Medicare" and favor higher taxes on the wealthy.

Recent stories featuring Paul Krugman

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