Levy Institute Conference Tackled Economic Fractures
Annandale-on-hudson – May 17, 2024 –
The 32nd Annual Levy Economics Institute Conference convened in annandale-on-Hudson, NY, on June 16, 2025. The event brought together a diverse group of policymakers, economists, and financial experts to address critical issues. Discussions centered on financial fragility, progressive policy, and the global economy, tackling economic fractures. The conference featured keynotes and panels offering expert analysis, and you can read more.
Levy Institute Conference Tackles Economic Fractures
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY – the 32nd Annual Levy Economics Institute Conference on Money, Finance, and Economic Strategies in Fractured Times convened on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Olin Hall on the bard College campus. The conference, an in-person event, brought together a diverse group of individuals, including policymakers, economists, financial market practitioners, journalists, and activists, to address critical issues facing the U.S. and global economies.
Did You know?
The Levy Economics Institute has a long history of fostering dialogue on pressing economic issues, frequently enough challenging conventional wisdom and promoting innovative policy solutions.
Keynote Address: Representative Ro Khanna
Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA-17) delivered the keynote address, setting the stage for a day of robust discussions.
We are pleased to welcome US House Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17) to the Levy Institute as the Keynote Speaker
Conference Highlights: Addressing Financial Fragility and Progressive Policy
this year’s conference featured a series of panels focusing on:
- Current sources of financial fragility
- New directions in public finance
- Visions for the next progressive policy agenda
- Climate finance
- Balance of payments constraints
- the global economy
Featured Speakers
The conference boasted an notable lineup of speakers, each bringing unique perspectives and expertise to the discussions:
- daniel Alpert, Westwood Capital
- Leila Davis, University of Massachusetts Boston
- Rogerio Studart, Brazilian Center for International Relations
- Talmon joseph Smith, The New York Times
- Pavlina R. Tcherneva, Levy Institute
- James K. Galbraith, University of Texas at Austin
- L. Randall Wray, Levy Institute
- Ryan Cooper, The american Prospect
- Alan Minsky, Progressive Democrats of America
- Gennaro Zezza, Levy Institute
- Yan Liang, Willamette University
- Ndongo Samba Sylla, International Progress Economics associates (ideas-Africa)
- Fadhel Kaboub, Denison University
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When evaluating economic research, consider the author’s affiliations, potential biases, and the methodology used. Look for studies that are transparent and peer-reviewed.
Further Information and Attendance
For those interested in learning more about the conference program, details are available here.
Bard College faculty, staff, and students who wished to attend the full-day conference were asked to contact Laura Zutel Agnoletti at [email protected].
Additional inquiries can be directed to 845-758-6822.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Levy Economics Institute?
The Levy Economics Institute is a non-profit, nonpartisan public policy think tank.
Where was the conference held?
The conference was held at Olin Hall on the Bard College campus in Annandale-on-Hudson,NY.
Who attended the conference?
Policymakers, economists, financial market practitioners, journalists, and activists attended the conference.
