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Mariana Mazzucato

Economist at UCL; author of "The Entrepreneurial State"

The latest interviews, podcast appearances, and blog posts from Mariana Mazzucato, updated daily.

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8 days ago
Oct 29

Taxing Wealth Makes Sense, But It Won’t Fix Our Economy

"Redistribution settles old accounts. Pre-distribution can redesign an economy from the outset for more inclusive, sustainable growth," writes Mariana Mazzucato.

TIME
16 days ago
Oct 21

What Does “Public Control” Actually Mean?

“Public control” has become a defining tagline for the new UK government, and a rigorous interpretation of the phrase has the potential to transform the relationship between the public and private…

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
6 weeks ago
Sep 23

Fiscal Rules Should Serve Britain’s Future

Earlier this month, in his first major speech as the UK’s new Chancellor, John Healey stood in Coventry and reiterated his commitment to “fiscal discipline”.

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
4 months ago
Jul 22

Who Gets to Swim?

Public pools, a tale of two cities, and the moonshot for a swimmable…

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
4 months ago
Jul 15

What Carnival Teaches Us About Building The Common Good Economy

Notes on Notting Hill Carnival, as it launches its 60th year.

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
4 months ago
Jun 28

Labour has abandoned the missions that brought it to power. Here’s how Burnham could revive them

With a new prime minister incoming, Labour faces a fundamental question about its economic vision, says economics professor Mariana…

The Guardian (Opinion)
5 months ago
Jun 23

What Labour Should Do Next

It’s not enough just to elect a new leader–Labour needs to re-commit to a clear, ambitious agenda that shapes the economy for the common…

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
5 months ago
Jun 4

The Common Good Economy: a new compass

A new book, and why this argument is urgent…

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
6 months ago
May 13

Saving British Steel: Another Bailout or a New Beginning?

The debate around nationalisation vs. privatisation is missing the point: it’s about governing in the public…

Mission Economics by Mariana Mazzucato
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