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Donald J. Boudreaux is a Professor of Economics at George Mason University (GMU), where he has held various leadership roles, including Chairman of the Department of Economics (2001–2009). He also served as Director of the Center for the Study of Public Choice and has affiliations with institutions like the Foundation for Economic Education. His research focuses on international trade, antitrust law, law and economics, public choice theory, and globalization. Boudreaux holds a PhD in Economics from Auburn University (1986) and a JD from the University of Virginia (1992).
He has authored works such as Globalization (2008) and co-hosts the blog Cafe Hayek. His teaching emphasizes clarity in economic concepts and their application to public policy debates. Key areas of scholarly contribution include critiques of protectionism, analysis of trade deficits, and advocacy for free-market principles. Boudreaux has supervised numerous graduate students, guiding research on topics ranging from proprietary cities to the political economy of climate change.
- Education:
- PhD in Economics, Auburn University, 1986
- JD, University of Virginia School of Law, 1992
- Affiliations:
- George Mason University
- Foundation for Economic Education (Past President)
- Cafe Hayek (Co-Host)
Boudreaux’s academic outreach includes lectures globally and contributions to outlets like The Wall Street Journal and Regulation. His work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy analysis, emphasizing the importance of clear communication for public understanding.
