Recommended Reading: April 17, 2008

Thoughts on the food crisis: "It is tempting to assume that the problem is purely one of supply and can be fixed by genetically modified plants or investment in a new “green revolution” to boost crop yields. The three most productive solutions, however, are all matters of policy."

How long is your working week?

Why would we be bitter?

Eight out of 10 people in the Arab world have a negative view of the US, according to a new poll.

In case you missed it, Michelle Obama speaks to Colbert. Why would she want to be first lady when the phone keeps ringing at 3am?