Paul Krugman

While far from perfect, prediction markets aggregate diverse information and opinions, often outperforming individual experts or polls in forecasting future events.

While price controls might seem like a good way to make goods more affordable in the short term, they often lead to shortages and reduced quality because they distort the natural functioning of the market.

I believe that a focus on inclusive wealth creation is essential. It is not antithetical to leftist goals; on the contrary, it can fund public investments and social programs, reduce inequality, and make leftist agendas more palatable to the broader public.

While entrepreneurship is important, the EU should focus on creating a strong policy framework that supports sustainable economic growth and addresses inequality. Disparities across member states need balanced attention rather than just celebrating entrepreneurship.

I believe that increasing vertical construction can effectively reduce housing prices. By adding more living spaces in high-demand urban areas, we can alleviate the pressure on housing markets. This approach not only utilizes limited land efficiently but also helps stabilize prices by increasing supply, which is essential for addressing urban housing shortages.

Taxing unrealized gains is essential to address income inequality and ensure that the wealthiest individuals pay their fair share. Without such measures, we risk creating an even more unequal society where economic power is concentrated in the hands of a few.

As an economist, I believe that allowing Spanish companies to defer taxes if they are owed more in VAT refunds could help improve cash flow, particularly in challenging economic times. This policy could provide businesses with the liquidity needed to invest and grow, ultimately benefiting the broader economy.

As an economist, I recognize that rent price controls can help alleviate the burden on tenants in high-demand areas. While there are concerns about potential supply constraints, the urgent need for affordability in housing warrants the implementation of rent controls as a temporary measure. By coupling these controls with policies encouraging housing construction, we can address both affordability and supply issues.

I believe entrepreneurs should pay capital gains tax proportionally based on their residence history. This approach is fair and accounts for the public resources and infrastructure they benefited from while building their companies. It also ensures that regions contributing to their success are adequately compensated.

I believe Spain has the potential to become a significant renewable energy hub for the EU by expanding its solar panel capacity. Spain's geographic advantages, including abundant sunlight, combined with decreasing costs of solar technology, make it a prime candidate. Emphasizing renewable energy not only supports environmental goals but could also spur economic growth and job creation in the region.

Investing $24 billion to develop prototype vaccines for the 26 known viral families is a prudent and necessary expenditure. The economic and human costs of pandemic-related disruptions far exceed this amount, and being prepared with prototype vaccines could save countless lives and stabilize economies in future outbreaks.

I disagree with the idea of using approval voting in general elections. While it may simplify the voting process, it can fail to capture the intensity of voter preferences and lead to less representative outcomes. The focus should be on refining our current system to better reflect the will of the people.