New Ways to Measure Our Economy - Rethinking Economic Indicators

Explore new approaches to measuring economic health and understanding inflation's impact on individual purchasing power in this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the perspectives of financial experts and policymakers as they examine the limitations of current economic indicators and propose innovative strategies for evaluating the financial well-being of middle- and lower-income Americans. Gain insights into cross-ideological agreements, tools for assessing economic happiness, and potential solutions for addressing inflation and fiscal challenges. Learn how changing data analysis methods and reevaluating key economic metrics can provide a more accurate picture of the economy's true state, particularly for those most affected by economic fluctuations.

Introduction
Are we measuring the right things
Are we deluded
Are we right
Moneyball
Its not all about money
The challenge we face
Do we do enough redistribution
Economic wellbeing
Crossideological agreement
Tools of happiness
Inflation
Inflation Control
Inflation Solutions
Your Questions
Fiscal Condition
Fiscal Stimulus
Conclusion