Marginalrevolution

Marginal Revolution is a widely read economics blog founded by economists Tyler Cowen and Alex Tabarrok, affiliated with George Mason University. Since its inception, the site has provided ongoing commentary on economics, public policy, and related cultural and political topics. It is known for accessible prose, frequent link roundups, and engagement with a broad readership beyond academia.

Content and scope: Posts cover microeconomics, macroeconomics, development, health economics, behavioral economics, and contemporary policy debates. In addition to original essays, the blog curates links to scholarly work, news articles, and discussions from the wider economics blogosphere. The writing tends to connect theoretical ideas with real-world events, aiming to illuminate economic reasoning for a general audience.

Impact and related projects: Marginal Revolution has influenced public discourse by shaping how readers think about economic concepts and policy questions. The authors co-founded Marginal Revolution University (MRU), an online education platform offering free economics courses and resources. The blog has a large international readership and is frequently cited by media outlets, academics, and policymakers.

Name and scope: The title reflects the marginalist tradition in economic thought, emphasizing marginal analysis as a core method in modern economics. The site continues to publish posts across a wide range of topics, maintaining a neutral, analytical tone and serving as a hub for economists, students, and informed readers seeking clear economic explanations.