Krishna Kumar

Krishna is an internationally recognized economist and research executive with nearly three decades of experience teaching, researching, and influencing economic policy across the globe. His far-reaching economics portfolio has set a precedent in social science research to benefit global economic policy. From designing the economic development blueprint in North Korea to advancing global citizenship in…

Many remain critical of state of US democracy: AP-NORC poll

By Gary Fields and Christina A. Cassidy | The Associated Press October 19, 2022 WASHINGTON (AP) — Many Americans remain pessimistic about the state of U.S. democracy and the way elected officials are chosen — nearly two years after a divisive presidential election spurred false claims of widespread fraud and a violent attack on the U.S. Capitol. Only about half…

Biden approval, views of economy steady, sour: AP-NORC poll

By Hannah Fingerhut | The Associated Press December 8, 2022 WASHINGTON (AP) — Fresh off his party’s better-than-anticipated performance in the midterm elections, President Joe Biden is facing consistent but critical assessments of his leadership and the national economy. A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds 43% of U.S. adults say they…

AP-NORC Poll: Americans say holiday gifts harder to afford

By Dee-Ann Durbin | The Associated Press December 14, 2022 More than half of U.S. adults say it’s harder to afford the holiday gifts they want to give this year. Sixty-nine percent of them say they have seen higher prices for holiday gifts in recent months, up from 58% last year, according to a new…

Dems, GOP have distinct priorities for 2023: AP-NORC poll

By Hannah Fingerhut | The Associated Press January 1, 2023 WASHINGTON (AP) — Eva Guzman’s expenses have swelled, but she feels comfortable financially thanks to the savings she and her late husband stockpiled for a rainy day. Nevertheless, the 80-year-old retired library clerk in San Antonio limits trips to the grocery store, adjusts the thermostat…