David Villano

Degrowth theory, whose supporters push policies to reduce economic activity and end our obsession with GDP, is gaining momentum in Europe and Canada. Will the movement reach U.S. soil?

A growing body of research reveals myriad benefits — for employers and employees alike — when company policies promoting work-life balance are offered to low-wage workers.

If cheapskates are born and are not entirely the product of learned behavior, as a growing body of research suggests, policies to promote frugal living may do little good.

New research reveals that people connected to organized religion are more likely to harbor racial prejudice.

A new study reveals that U.S. companies are less likely to accept financial risks when they are based in communities where religion is important.

That high-priced new star might fill seats, but a study of professional soccer teams reveals that low player turnover is the best predictor of success.

The world’s most prosperous (and happiest) countries are also its least religious, new research states.

How the government can make us better at self-government.

In his new book, professor Jonathan Fast describes the similar cultural factors that create the rampage killer.

The poor are fleeing our cities, but life is not always greener, even when affordable housing comes with a two-car garage.

Our addiction to easy credit — and aversion to thrift — got us into this mess. The withdrawal may be painful for policymakers and consumers alike.

Here’s how government can help curb America’s seemingly endless appetite for “more.”

Long on promise, short on action, Latinos have never been a definitive force at the polls. Will immigration rhetoric and an unprecedented voter-outreach program make 2008 different?