Ben Dobbins: Research Log #2

Date of Search: December 7, 2009

Resources Checked: I checked the library’s online research resources and financial news websites such as the Wall Street Journal.

Search Topic: I was specifically interested in articles dealing with fiscal policy integration as my first search provided plenty of options to consult for monetary issues. The sources that I found for economic policy outside the EMU weren’t as relevant as I originally thought they were

Sources Found:

(1)

Holmes, Mark and Kul Luintel. “The ERM and Fiscal Integration in the EU.” Applied Economic Letters 6.1 (1999) 25-27

This article analyzes the effect of the ERM period on fiscal policy integration throughout the EU. I’m using this to show the importance of integrating economic policy beyond the ECB

(2)

Hayden, Jones. “Krugman Says U.S., EU Stimulus Should Be 4% of GDP.” Bloomberg March 17, 2009: December 7, 2009

This article published by Bloomberg online presents critical analysis of the EU’s handling of the economic crisis specifically the EU stimulus plan.

(3)

Verhofstadt, Guy. “Euro Solidarity With Eastern Europe.” Wall Street Journal November 18, 2009: December 7, 2009

This article is by a liberal leader in the European Parliament and former prime minister of Belgium. He argues for steaper integration and for upholding the policies already existing such as those found in the Maastricht Treaty