liz alderman
@LizAldermanNYT
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I write about European economic and social issues for the New York Times.
Paris, France
Joined April 2009
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin raises a debate on one of the thorniest issues in capitalism, taking a pledge to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet. @globalcompact @ilo @OECD @nytimesworld @nytimesbusiness
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The price of bread, the most basic food staple, is skyrocketing in Europe, reflecting one of the biggest inflation surges in decades.
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“We remember that the Revolution started over the price of bread.” Bread Prices Skyrocket as Inflation Grips Europe
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Join us online this week at the Athens Democracy Forum to hear Pres. Zelensky of Ukraine; Ursula Von Der Leyen, Ban Ki-Moon and others talk about the challenges facing democracy today.
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via @NYTimes Turning off street lamps, lowering thermostats, carpooling: France turns up energy conservation efforts as Russia chokes off Europe’s gas.
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via @NYTimes France is embarking on an era of energy “sobriety” as Russia’s war worsens Europe’s energy crunch
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How some Ukrainians are starting over: A former construction engineer became a florist in Lviv after escaping from Mariupol. Her flowers "create a positive atmosphere in this incomprehensible war."
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How some Ukrainians are starting over: After escaping from Bucha, a former math professor opened his Kiit cafe, named after his cat, who is missing in the war.
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Here's how Ukraine is amassing arsenals of backup fuel and critical provisions as Russia tightens its chokehold on energy supplies across Europe.
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As Russia steps up destruction of critical infrastructure in Ukraine, the nation is stockpilubg timber and wood burning stoves to brace for a tough winter.
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As Russia Threatens Europe’s Energy, Ukraine Braces for a Hard Winter
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“Everyone is tightening their belts” Russia’s war on Ukraine inflicts economic pain on top of human tolll via @NYTimes
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As Russia stops gas flow to Poland and Bulgaria, here's how Europe's economy could be hit
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French elections outcome: Macron wins by a landslide: 58.2 pct of the vote vs 41.8 for the far-right leader Marine Le Pen
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As Macron and Le Pen's head to final runoff, the economy is a top issue, ahead of security and immigration. Their economic programs hold the key to the vote.
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As France heads into a presidential election, Macron's strong track record on the economy and innovation isn't a panacea. @NYTimesCohen and I look at why.
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via @NYTimes Russia’s war in Ukraine is impacting the European economy, from soaring prices to warehouses full of unsold merchandise,worrying employers about the future of their business.
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