Newswise — In these exciting, hopeful and fearful times the rational quantitative views of one of the nation's leading economic analysts will be expressed when James Hamilton addresses the UC San Diego Social Sciences Supper Club beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 5 at the Faculty Club on the UCSD Campus. The public is invited to what promises to be a most lively and engaging discussion.

Hamilton is widely regarded as the nation's leading academic authority on the price of oil. He tracks this commodity daily and has clear explanations for its deviations. Hamilton will discuss the role of OPEC, China, oil speculators, and peak oil, and offer his perspective on current U.S. policy proposals and options.

Many top journalists, and other experts, turn to Hamilton for his views on the state of the national economy. He is widely read in "Econbrowser," his frequent online contribution to The Wall Street Journal, and writers seeking background during this period of economic crisis get help from Hamilton's lucid explanations of currently reality. Attendees at the Supper Club will hear Hamilton's presentation and have a chance to ask him questions about a variety of topics, including the outcome of the presidential election and prospects for the future.

Reservations for the Supper Club, which includes the presentation, dinner and parking, or additional information, may be obtained by calling Chris Wojdak at 858-822-6694 or by emailing: [email protected] Members of the working press are cordially invited to attend by contacting Barry Jagoda at [email protected]

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