Lindsey McCormack, Author at Pacific Standard

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News in Brief

Should the U.S. Govern Lagos? Dhaka? Kinshasa?

A new book argues that the growing megacities like Lagos and Dhaka — with their massive suffering and chaos — are breeding grounds for epidemics and worldwide terrorism. And maybe its time for the U.S., and other developed nations, to intervene.

Lindsey McCormack

Social Justice

Ritalin Can Wake the Brain From Anesthesia

Researchers propose pulling patients out of anesthesia with "a shot of adrenaline to the brain."

Lindsey McCormack

Economics

In Tax Debate, Lessons from Ronaldinho and Beckham

Economists study European soccer stars to understand how the wealthy respond to tax increases and what states should do as a result.

Lindsey McCormack

News in Brief

What About Us, DREAM Act?

The controversial DREAM Act, a fixture in the immigration debate since 2001, would give undocumented students the chance to become citizens. Its chances of passing are better than ever, and legal immigrants say they deserve to take part.

Lindsey McCormack