American Economic Policy Center

Planning Tomorrow's Prosperity Today

About AEPC
At the AEPC, we believe that a strong economy is essential for creating opportunities and improving quality of life for everyone. That's why we work to develop and promote innovative policy solutions that address today's most pressing economic challenges.

Our team of economists, researchers, and policy experts bring a diverse range of perspectives and expertise to our work, ensuring that our policies are informed by the latest research and best practices.We collaborate with policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to advance policies that promote economic growth, reduce inequality, and create a more sustainable and inclusive economy.

Our philosophy is that data-driven policy research is most effective. Therefore, we use all tools at our disposal to get the most precise assessments. We use the latest econometric methods combined with AI to analyze data and create reports, policy briefs, projections, maps, and models.

Thank you for visiting the American Economic Policy Center. We look forward to working with you to promote policies that create a more prosperous future for all Americans.

Publications

Cannabis Legality and Tax Map

This is a comprehensive map outlining the legal status and tax information of cannabis in all 50 states plus DC and Puerto Rico. All data is up to data as of June 2023.

Black Sea Grain Initiative Shipments by Destination Map

This map visualizes the destinations of Black Sea Grain Initiative Shipments out of Ukraine from July 2022 through July 2023.

U.S. Cannabis Financial Regulatory Environment

Overview of the regulatory challenges facing the commercial cannabis and financial industries in emerging state markets.

Econometric Analysis of the Effects of the War in Ukraine and Black Sea Grain Initiative

This study examines the impact of the Russo-Ukrainian War and the Black Sea Grain Initiative (BSGI) on global and Ukrainian agricultural exports. The commodities analyzed in this paper include: wheat, corn, soybeans, rice, sunflower and rapeseed. The analysis, utilizing a Difference-in-Difference regression approach, reveals that the BSGI had a significant impact on global and Ukrainian-specific trade, providing additional food security in a time of severe geopolitical uncertainty. The research underscores the BSGI's role in mitigating the war's adverse effects and suggests further study into the distributional impacts of these events on global agricultural markets.

Regulating Anti-Corruption and Transparency - A Path to Accountability and Trust

Corruption undermines stable economies and erodes trust in political institutions, necessitating robust anti-corruption measures and enhanced transparency. This article explores the merits of regulating anti-corruption and transparency efforts.

Team

Josh Gonzalez

Executive Director

Josh is an American economist with expertise in trade, monetary policy, and agricultural economics. His primary research is currently evaluating the economic impact of underbanking and credit rationing in markets with challenging regulatory environments.

Sanghyun Cho

Director of Economic Research

Sanghyun Cho is a Korean urban economist with expertise in analyzing the economic impact of urbanization on different sectors of the economy. As an urban economist, he specializes in studying the economic effects of urban policies, such as zoning regulations, land-use planning, and transportation infrastructure.

Cameron Johnson

Director of Public Policy

Cameron is a policy analyst who focuses on overseeing the analysis and development of economic policy solutions that promote sustainable growth and prosperity. Within this role he serves as a primary contact for policymakers, academic institutions, and the public sector including the media industry, along with representing AEPC at conferences, seminars and policy forums.

Alex Mugisha

Director of Foreign Affairs

Alex Mugisha is a Foreign Affairs Economic Analyst, providing critical insights and strategic recommendations in international economics. With expertise in comparative politics and global affairs, Alex assesses the impact of geopolitical developments, trade policies, and international agreements on markets.

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  • Washington, D.C., USA

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