2541. Have we found the new Michael Jordan?
The post analyzes the comparison between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Michael Jordan, discussing their playing styles, impact, and MVP voting dynamics in the NBA.
2542. The Government You Wished For
Pierre Lemieux discusses the dangers of a powerful government, emphasizing its potential to do harm while reflecting on classical liberalism's call for limitations on state power.
2543. Day One: My Body Asked Me To Run Again So I'm Training Now For an Ultramarathon
The author shares a personal journey of overcoming past struggles and committing to training for an ultramarathon, reflecting on insights gained through life coaching and self-discovery.
2544. Tariffs threaten to push auto insurance rates even higher
Rising tariffs on car parts are increasing the overall cost of car ownership, affecting consumers even if they are not purchasing new vehicles.
2545. Why You Should Fear a Trumpified Fed
The post discusses the dangers of political interference in monetary policy, particularly by Trump, and emphasizes the importance of an independent Federal Reserve to prevent economic abuse.
2546. Wisconsin Policy Forum: “Turbulence for Wisconsin’s Export Economy”
Menzie Chinn discusses the negative impact of tariffs and trade policy uncertainty on Wisconsin's export economy, particularly in manufacturing and agriculture.
2547. Russia: An Unhealthy Population
The post examines Russia's poor health statistics, contrasting them with its economic and educational indicators, highlighting societal dysfunction and the implications for overall welfare.
2548. How’s It Going? Trump on 8/9/2024: “Starting on day one, we will end inflation and make America affordable again, to bring down the prices of all goods.”
The discussion highlights rising prices in the U.S., particularly in food, and critiques the effectiveness of proposed economic policies to combat inflation.
2549. Event Study: “Powell’s termination cannot come fast enough!”
Menzie Chinn discusses the implications of President Trump's comments on Federal Reserve Chair Powell's job security and its effects on market perceptions.
2550. Trade deficits forever?
An argument that persistent U.S. trade deficits are typical among English-speaking countries and not solely due to the dollar's reserve currency status.
2551. Judge blocks mass layoffs at CFPB in the latest twist over the fate of the agency
Laurel Wamsley discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's staff layoffs and its shift in focus following a recent court ruling.
2552. Raising kids is costly; Tariffs will make it even more expensive
An argument that raising children in the U.S. is costly and tariffs may further increase expenses for families and product availability.
2553. How tariffs could impact the availability of baby products
An argument that tariffs may negatively affect the availability of baby products and impact American families, as discussed by a business leader in an open letter to government officials.
2554. The Display Test: Market Efficiency
An argument that market efficiency can lead to significant downsides, particularly in resource usage and ethical considerations, highlighting the complexities of policy proposals and their implications.
2555. How Elon Musk's favorite news influencer is capitalizing on his clout
Huo Jingnan discusses how a crypto entrepreneur is leveraging his influence with world leaders and policymakers, particularly in relation to Elon Musk's impact.
2556. Realtor.com Reports Active Inventory Up 31.2% YoY
Active inventory and new listings in the housing market show significant year-over-year increases, while median list prices remain stable amid economic uncertainty.
2557. Two Upcoming Causal Inference Workshops (Corrected Dates Included)
The post announces two upcoming workshops focused on causal inference methods, detailing their content, structure, and financial accessibility for participants.
2558. Law Firms, Trade Wars and the Weakness of Monarchs
An argument that law firms' capitulation to Trump illustrates the dangers of untrustworthy leadership, impacting trade and financial stability, while contrasting monarchy's inefficacy with constitutional governance.
2559. Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's 'termination' in blistering attack
Scott Horsley discusses President Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell regarding interest rates and the impact of tariffs on the economy.
2560. Will this be the Chinese Century?
An argument that the 21st century may be dominated by China, highlighting its advancements in technology and manufacturing while contrasting it with American economic and political challenges.