Robert J. Gordon

Innovation is often overstated; breakthroughs are rarer than we think.

Education plays a crucial role in maintaining economic growth and social mobility.

The decades following World War II were marked by unparalleled prosperity and the rise of the middle class.

Innovation cycles have become shorter, leading to rapid changes in industries.

The benefits of past innovations are not necessarily replicable in the future.

The rise of the Internet and digital technologies has transformed how we communicate and work.

The American economy may be less resilient than we believe, facing challenges from globalization and technological change.

Policy responses must be informed by the lessons of the past to effectively tackle future issues.

Income inequality has grown significantly in recent decades, leading to social and economic tensions.

The slowdown in productivity growth is a major challenge for the future of the American economy.