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Skanda

American  
[skuhn-duh] / ˈskʌn də /

noun

  1. the Hindu god of war.


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“In that context, it makes sense that many Fed officials are getting cold feet about cuts” and want more flexible language, said Skanda Amarnath, executive director of Employ America.

From MarketWatch May 1, 2026

But that doesn’t mean what’s coming will be painless, or that resilience is the same as strength, said Skanda Amarnath, executive director of Employ America, an economic policy think tank.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 4, 2026

“This is a historically unique U.S. economy,” tweeted economist Skanda Amarnath, executive director of Employ America, a nonprofit that promotes tight labor markets.

From Washington Post Jan. 11, 2022

“The risk is not really about the Fed beginning its rate hikes behind the curve,” said Skanda Amarnath, executive director of Employ America, a group focused on encouraging policies that help the work force.

From New York Times Nov. 2, 2021

The illustrious Vishnu gave unto Skanda three companions, Chakra and Vikrama and Sankrama of great might.

From The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 by Ganguli, Kisari Mohan

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