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Lawrence Henry Summers (born November 30, 1954) is an American economist who served as the 71st United States Secretary of the Treasury from 1999 to 2001 and as director of the National Economic Council from 2009 to 2010.
Learn about the career and achievements of Lawrence H. Summers, the Charles W. Eliot University Professor and President Emeritus at Harvard University. He is also the director of the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government and a former Treasury Secretary, NEC Director and World Bank Chief Economist.
Lawrence H. Summers is President Emeritus of Harvard University. During the past two decades he has served in a series of senior policy positions, including Vice President of development economics and chief economist of the World Bank, ...
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Feb 4, 2022 · Former Treasury secretary and Harvard professor Lawrence Summers discusses the causes and consequences of high inflation, the role of the Fed, and the political challenges ahead. He argues that inflation is the dominant economic problem and a threat to democracy.
Sep 25, 2022 · Lawrence Summers, who led Harvard from 2001 to 2006, was praised for his visionary and impactful tenure by faculty, colleagues, and U.S. officials. He championed life sciences, financial aid, and academic excellence at the University.
Feb 27, 2023 · The Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR) honors the former Treasury Secretary, World Bank Chief Economist, and Harvard President for his influential research and public service. Summers has advised policymakers on fiscal and monetary policy, international crises, and higher education, among other topics.
Sep 27, 2022 · The official portrait of the former Harvard president, painted by Steven Polson, was presented in Widener Library on September 23, 2022. The speakers praised Summers' achievements, leadership, and intellectual rigor, and reflected on his legacy and impact.
