In a new Economic Outlook, John H. Makin writes that the zero growth looming in the second half of 2010 should prompt Congress to lower marginal tax rates for all taxpayers and use unspent stimulus money to finance a one-year payroll tax holiday.

In a Latin American Outlook, Roger F. Noriega explains how China has increased its presence in Venezuela's oil industry, filling a void as Hugo Chávez muscles out U.S. interests and imposes a socialist system on his country.

A new survey of federal workers shows just 36 percent think they have enough flexibility to work from home as they raise families. An AEI Energy and Environment Outlook shows how telework also makes sense for the environment and security.

In a new AEI Financial Services Outlook, Peter J. Wallison attacks the Dodd-Frank Act, a controversial piece of legislation that gives the Fed unprecedented control over the U.S. financial system.

In an Asian Outlook, Michael Mazza warns that China has responded to U.S. efforts to promote a friendlier relationship by taking a more assertive stance on military and diplomatic issues, increasing the possibility of a major confrontation.