It should also be noted that while Feldstein often has written and come across with conservative leanings, however, in practise he moderates alot.
He was one of the people who tried to get Reagan to raise taxes, and while he talks pro-growth, he was a critic of Reagans while he advised him.
Krugman for the most part, often speaks highly of Feldstein at some times (though he critizies him at other times).
Yes, but Martin Feldstein is one of the most hated Economics Professor by demon-rat students in Harvard; this is a good reason to be a great candidate. Besides he is really a leading economist and he supported "Bush I" Plan during this ending mandate. Anyway, there are some monetary economists very skillful for that role. Apart from Glenn Hubbard (who is mostly an expert of taxes and investments, and perhaps too young), I'm thinking to Richard Clarida and Ben Bernanke. Especially Clarida, who campaigned for president Bush re-election without fear and trembling. Another name (but I don't know his political opinions) is William Poole. Let me know.