2461. Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace
An argument that students should challenge economic teachings in college to foster critical thinking and address widespread misconceptions about concepts like price gouging and trade.
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An argument that students should challenge economic teachings in college to foster critical thinking and address widespread misconceptions about concepts like price gouging and trade.
Pierre Lemieux discusses Elon Musk's political miscalculations and his relationship with Trump, highlighting Musk's lack of understanding of political dynamics and liberty.
The discussion explores the complexities of defining the Renaissance as a historical era, emphasizing its ongoing reinterpretation and significance in cultural history.
Noah Smith shares his personal weight loss journey and discusses societal perceptions of weight loss and personal struggles, emphasizing the importance of individual effort and lifestyle changes.
Scott Cunningham shares his travel experiences in Scotland, including a missed flight, reflections on anger, and highlights from his week in Glasgow.
The post highlights Avila's historical significance, cultural reenactments, and its underrated status as a travel destination, drawing parallels with a Mexican village's traditions.
Menzie Chinn discusses the recession indicator's recent performance and its implications for current economic conditions.
The post discusses criticisms of the Congressional Budget Office from Republicans regarding its economic forecasts and the implications for fiscal policy debates.
The post discusses the recent decline in weekly COVID-19 deaths, noting metrics and goals related to pandemic reporting and wastewater data as indicators.
The post explores the implications of a multinational battery factory's establishment in a small American town, highlighting the intersection of local democracy and global economic forces.
The post analyzes employment data, highlighting stronger nonfarm payroll growth but weaker manufacturing employment, while discussing broader economic indicators and potential impacts of tariffs.
Bill McBride discusses the mixed performance of rail freight volumes, highlighting growth in carloads and stagnation in intermodal traffic amid economic uncertainty.
Pierre Lemieux reflects on James Buchanan's views on life, death, and the enduring spirit of classical liberalism as expressed in his work and interviews.
An argument that Africa has made progress in various development areas but still faces significant economic and political challenges, hindering its growth potential.
The discussion focuses on the importance of selecting appropriate models for understanding complex realities, highlighting failures in economic and military applications due to poor model choices.
The post analyzes local housing market data for May, highlighting trends in sales, inventory, and mortgage rates compared to previous years.
Wailin Wong discusses rising U.S. labor productivity and explores various theories behind this trend with insights from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president.
An argument that America is mired in corruption, exemplified by the behaviors of Trump and Musk, undermining democratic principles and the rule of law.
The May employment report showed job growth above expectations, but previous months' payrolls were revised down, indicating ongoing labor market challenges despite solid overall performance.
Scott Horsley discusses the addition of 139,000 jobs in May and the steady unemployment rate amidst a shrinking workforce.