Understandable Economics

“Some books on the economy are clear and readable. Some go beyond the usual pat simplifications. Understandable Economics is the rare gem that does both. Howard Yaruss has given us a tool to understand our economy, its problems, and what to do about them.”

–Michael Goodwin, author of Economix: How Our Economy Works (and Doesn’t Work) in Words and Pictures

Howard Yaruss is an economist, professor, attorney, businessman, expert witness and activist who greatly enjoys explaining complex issues in a clear, interesting and easily accessible way. He has taught a variety of courses on economics and business and currently teaches at New York University. Prior to teaching, he served as Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Radian Group, one of the largest guarantors of debt in the world. He has also served on the Boards of organizations that advocate for safer streets, help the homeless and support the arts. Yaruss graduated from Brown University, studied at the London School of Economics and earned a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He lives in Manhattan and serves on his local community board.