An economist plays two roles: scientist and policy advisor.
As scientists, economists explain the world, and as policy advisors, they help
improve the world. Because these two roles have different goals, they require
different types of language. Economists as scientists make positive claims,
whereas economists as policy advisors make normative claims.
In your initial post, begin by briefly introducing yourself,
including your program of study and career interests. Then address the
following:
Explain the difference between positive and normative
analysis.
Provide an example of a normative statement or an example of
a positive statement from a recent news story.
For your response posts, select two or more initial posts
that contain different current news examples (normative versus positive), and
contrast your example with those of your peers. What makes the examples
different? How do those differences relate to the different roles that an
economist plays as a scientist and policy advisor?
****Please
write my discussion on the above separate from my peers. My discussion is due
tonight before midnight eastern time zone. Peer feedbacks due tomorrow.****
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