subject: Robert E Wright Author And Economic Analyst [print this page] Born in 1969 in Rochester, NY Robert E Wright is a well-known economist and author who in the last few years has made a mark as an authority in the history of the U.S. economy. After completing high school in 1987, Wright went to Buffalo State College where he studied History and later went on to the University at Buffalo where he got his PhD degree 1997.
Robert E Wright PhD has authored and co-authored a number of books on his specialty, which is the economy. He uses his knowledge of the history of the US financial background to highlight how the past decisions have played a role in the present circumstances. He reveals the intricacies of the financial and political history of the country and he does so in his witty prose that makes reading his work interesting. One of his books reveals how the U.S. was born in debt and this has shaped the current financial system.
Those who are interested in finding out how the country got where it is today should familiarize themselves with his work. After the financial crisis of 2008, people have been trying to understand how the country got itself in the situation. People had been wondering how no one seemed to see the situation coming. Clearly, there are those who had an idea and it is now evident that there is a lot to be learnt from the past, if improvements can be made for the future. Most people would be surprised to know that Wall street begun its life in Philadelphia. Wright has an informative book about the inception of this powerful institution.
Wright has appeared in a number of TV and Radio talk shows to give insights about the state of the economy. He has written a number of articles and many consider him to be an authority on the subject. He has a way of clarifying the complex issues when he explains how the governments role in the financial sector has continued to use the debt factor to shape its policies. Wright sites Alexander Hamilton as a genius and he seems to be of the opinion that the significant role that Hamilton played is still bearing fruit today.
Dr. Wright has a writing style that is appealing to the layman as he strives to get everyone to understand economics. Unlike most economists, he does not feel the need to use complex language to explain issues that can be simplified for everyone to understand.