61. The Root returns to Black ownership. Here's how Ashley Allison is reimagining it
The discussion centers on Ashley Allison's vision for revitalizing "The Root" under Black ownership, emphasizing its role in Black media and community engagement.
62. Can Wemby make the MVP leap?
The discussion centers on Victor Wembanyama's potential to become an MVP candidate, analyzing his defensive skills and the implications of team performance on his chances.
63. Agricultural Exports through August
Menzie Chinn discusses the decline in agricultural exports and the implications of China's purchasing decisions on U.S. exports.
64. The U.S. political situation
The discussion centers on the current U.S. political climate, contrasting perceptions of civil conflict with actual levels of political violence and rhetoric from leaders.
65. When George Dantzig Optimized His Personal Diet Problem
Timothy Taylor discusses George Dantzig's application of linear programming to optimize diets, linking it to nutritional needs and the historical context of the US poverty line.
66. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post shares five stories related to economic principles, including coffee prices, whiskey production, housing affordability, and the impact of industrial bubbles on infrastructure.
67. Not So Great Expectations: Farm Edition
A discussion on the low farmer sentiment and dependency on government support amid declining commodity receipts and rising costs, particularly affecting soybean farmers.
68. Digital ID in the Cradle of Liberty (My Last EconLog Post)
Pierre Lemieux critiques the British government's digital ID scheme, arguing it enhances state power and surveillance while diminishing individual liberty and dignity.
69. MR Podcast: Our Favorite Models, Session 1
Alex Tabarrok discusses various economic models, focusing on tax incidence and the effects of corporate taxes on capital and labor in the Marginal Revolution Podcast.
70. Why Aren’t We Partying Like It’s 1999?
Paul Krugman discusses the current economic landscape, comparing the AI investment boom to the 1990s tech bubble while noting a prevailing pessimism among Americans today.
71. Why some federal workers aren't scared by the threat of shutdown layoffs
Andrea Hsu discusses how some federal workers are not fearful of potential layoffs during the government shutdown despite threats from President Trump.
72. What If the Supreme Court Strikes down the IEEPA Tariffs
An argument that the potential Supreme Court decision on IEEPA tariffs could impact trade policy uncertainty and financial implications for refunds collected by CBP.
73. Do AI Reasoning Models Abstract and Reason Like Humans?
An argument that AI reasoning models may achieve high accuracy but often rely on unintended shortcuts rather than understanding intended abstractions, affecting their generalizability.
74. Who is Bari Weiss? CBS News' new editor-in-chief is a vocal critic of legacy media
The post discusses Bari Weiss's background, her departure from the New York Times, and her role as the new editor-in-chief at CBS News.
75. The Upside of a Bubble (Yes, Really)
Jadrian Wooten discusses the potential positive outcomes of the current AI bubble, suggesting it may lead to valuable infrastructure despite investor losses.
76. State Terror, American Style
Paul Krugman discusses the alarming actions of the Trump administration in Chicago, highlighting concerns about authoritarianism and the erosion of democracy.
77. October ICE Mortgage Monitor: "Home Prices Firm" in September, Up 1.2% Year-over-year
Bill McBride discusses the increase in home prices by 1.2% year-over-year in September, highlighting trends in the housing market and affordability.
78. Housing October 6th Weekly Update: Inventory Increased 0.2% Week-over-week
Active single-family housing inventory increased slightly week-over-week, with comparisons to previous years indicating ongoing trends and seasonal patterns in the market.
79. Bari Weiss joins CBS with a mandate for 'balanced and fact-based' news
CBS is acquiring The Free Press and appointing its founder, Bari Weiss, as the new editor in chief of CBS News.
80. Struggling with credit card debt? It's not just you. Our latest newsletter can help
The post promotes a month-long email series offering strategies to manage credit card debt and save money.