March 17, 2025

Samuel Hammond
Chief Economist
Bio
Samuel Hammond is Chief Economist at the Foundation for American Innovation, where his research focuses on artificial intelligence and the institutional impact of emerging technologies. He previously worked as the director of social policy for the Niskanen Center, where he remains a senior fellow; as an economist for the Government of Canada specializing in regional economic development; and as a graduate research fellow for the Mercatus Center at George Mason University.
Sam received a BA in Economics from Saint Mary’s University and MA in Economics from George Mason University and Carleton University.
Articles From Samuel Hammond

national-security
U.S. Companies Are Helping China Win the AI Race

innovation
Developing an AI Action Plan
March 14, 2025

innovation
AGI, Governments, and Free Societies
March 13, 2025

innovation
The State of U.S. Science and Technology: Ensuring U.S. Global Leadership
February 4, 2025
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