Professor David Gordon

David Gordon (1944 – 1996) was one of the most influential political economists in the world, as well as a dedicated teacher, at the time of his tragic death at age 51. He had been Dorothy Hirshon Professor of Economics and founding Director of the Center for Economic Policy Analysis at the Graduate Faculty of the New School University . Professor Gordon conducted pioneering research in the areas of labor economics, macroeconomics, globalization and economic policy. He was also a relentless fighter for a more just and humane society. His research approach, combining rigorous standards and a spirit of solidarity with working people and the poor, serves as both a model and inspiration at PERI.