881. Workshop on BLP with Jeff Gortmaker
Scott Cunningham announces an important workshop on BLP with Jeff Gortmaker, emphasizing its value for those in industrial organization and related fields.
882. Technology and Jobs
Paul Krugman discusses the historical concerns regarding technology's impact on jobs, referencing David Ricardo's early views and the ongoing debate about AI's potential effects on employment.
883. The Long and Winding Road
Bill McBride reflects on his blog's history, discussing his predictions about housing and the economy over the years.
884. Betting on Shutdown at n=42.8 days
An argument that a government shutdown may delay key economic data releases, impacting employment statistics and economic forecasting.
885. Job listing: Associate Editor
A job listing seeks an Associate Editor with editing experience and an interest in electoral politics and sports, emphasizing data accuracy and statistical familiarity.
886. Rare Earths Aren’t Rare
An argument that the perceived scarcity of rare earths is exaggerated, highlighting the potential for new sources and innovations in supply and processing.
887. Talking with Maurice Obstfeld
A discussion on Argentina's economic challenges, including inflation, currency crises, and U.S. financial support, featuring insights from a leading macroeconomist.
888. America could win this trade war if it wanted to
An argument that the U.S. is likely to lose the trade war with China due to its inconsistent responses and China's strategic export controls on rare earths.
889. Opinion: Susan Stamberg gave NPR its voice
An argument that Susan Stamberg's contributions shaped NPR's identity and established her as a pioneering figure in journalism.
890. US FX Intervention Thus Far in the Argentine Peso…
An argument that assesses the US foreign exchange intervention in the Argentine peso, discussing its valuation and implications amid private funding arrangements.
891. The Unfolding Effects of Trump’s Tariffs
Timothy Taylor discusses the broad and variable nature of Trump's tariffs and their unintended negative effects on U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and employment.
892. OpenAI blocks MLK Jr. videos on Sora after 'disrespectful depictions'
OpenAI restricts AI-generated videos of Martin Luther King Jr. on Sora due to complaints about offensive representations from his estate.
893. Straight Whiskey and Dirty Politics
Daniel Smith discusses the interplay between regulation, public interest, and special interests in the whiskey industry during the early 20th century.
894. America First? No, Billionaire Buddies First
An argument that the U.S. bailout of Argentina under the Trump administration primarily benefits wealthy investors rather than serving national interests or aiding the Argentine economy.
895. My excellent Conversation with George Selgin
A discussion on the New Deal's economic strategies, the effectiveness of gold revaluation, and various monetary policies, including insights on fiscal stimulus and banking structures.
896. How our ELWAY forecasts work
Nate Silver explains the ELWAY forecasting system for NFL teams, detailing its methodology, factors considered, and how it projects future performance based on historical data.
897. Weekly Indicators of Economic Growth
An argument that economic growth indicators show a deceleration since a specific date, highlighting trends in weekly economic data.
898. American farmers are hurting. Trump's trade war is making it worse
Scott Horsley discusses the struggles of American farmers exacerbated by high production costs and the impacts of Trump's trade war on their market access.
899. NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg has died
The post discusses the death of Susan Stamberg, a pioneering figure at National Public Radio and the first woman to anchor a nightly national news program.
900. Let Them Eat Steak: Cutsinger’s Solution
Bryan Cutsinger explains how price changes affect consumer behavior and budget constraints, illustrating the concept with Russ's sirloin purchases.