New York Times Columnist Krugman presents “The Conscience of a Liberal,” Nov. 13

Event: In this talk, Krugman will discuss the ideas in his new book, The Conscience of a Liberal, published by W.W. Norton. James K. Galbraith, a professor at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas and director of the Inequality Project, will introduce the program and offer reflections on the issues Krugman raises in his work.

Sponsored by the School of Journalism at The University of Texas at Austin, this lecture is free and open to the public.

When: 7 p.m., Nov. 13, 2007

Where: The University Teaching Center (UTC 2.102) on The University of Texas at Austin campus. Maps are available online. Parking is available in the Brazos Garage off MLK Blvd.

Background: Paul Krugman joined the New York Times in 1999 as an op/ed columnist and continues as a Princeton professor of economics and international affairs. He is the author or editor of 20 books and more than 200 scholarly papers, specializing in international trade and finance. His current academic research is focused on economic and currency crises. Krugman also writes for a broader public audience and has emerged in recent years as the sharpest analyst on the Times’ editorial pages.

Contact:
Robert Jensen
(512) 471-1990