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Perspectives

Series that take a closer look.

Money, work, health and belonging. Explore the evidence, experiences and questions that shape everyday life.

A place for analysis, interviews and personal experience. Each series has its own question, introduction and collection of articles.

New commentary · 27 October 2026

Test Scores Don’t Explain Themselves

A skills gap and systemic racism can coexist. John Alan Reese responds to a clip from John Stossel’s interview with Heather Mac Donald, drawing on research into unequal educational opportunity and hiring discrimination.

Commentary by John Alan Reese

Featured series · Norsk / English

Am I Better Off in Norway?

Norway and the USA compared. John Alan Reese examines income, purchasing power, work, public services and everyday experience.

A closer look atNorway
Compared withUSA

Start with Part 1: Money and Living Standards

GDP, household income and what the money actually buys. Further instalments will examine work, health, racism and family life.

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