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A cut above the West: America’s astounding economy

The Intelligence from The Economist

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The Importance of Higher Education

For decades, higher education has been touted as the key to social mobility and economic growth. A recent poll suggests many Americans believe that a degree is no longer worth pursuing. But could university be worth it if you go to the right one or study the right subject? What Johnson says: "The range of possible outcomes for a student appears to have widened"

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