Biden appoints education-focused economic adviser.
President Joe Biden Appoints Northwestern Professor to Council of Economic Advisers
President Joe Biden has made another addition to his Council of Economic Advisers, selecting Northwestern University Professor C. Kirabo Jackson to join the council. As an education labor economist, Jackson’s expertise will be invaluable in shaping economic policies related to education.
Jackson, who holds a bachelor’s degree in ethics, politics, and economics from Yale University and a doctorate in economics from Harvard University, has an extensive background in analyzing the role of peer learning in teacher effectiveness and the distribution of teacher quality across schools. His research will be particularly relevant in addressing the nationwide teacher shortage, which currently stands at over 36,000.
Education as a Key Focus for Biden’s Reelection Bid
With education being a key focus for President Biden’s 2024 reelection bid, Jackson’s appointment highlights the administration’s commitment to improving the quality of education in the United States. By measuring teacher quality and understanding the factors that attract teachers to underserved areas, Jackson’s research will play a crucial role in shaping policies that address this pressing issue.
Joining fellow council members Jared Bernstein, a former social worker, and Heather Boushey, former chief economist for then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Jackson completes the team appointed by President Biden in February. As the chairman of the council, Bernstein will work alongside Jackson and Boushey to analyze economic developments and recommend policies that benefit the American people.
The Council of Economic Advisers plays a vital role in shaping economic policies, and their terms are determined by the president who nominates them. With Jackson’s appointment, the council is now well-equipped to tackle the economic challenges ahead and advance the interests of the American people.
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