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An argument that patients should have the freedom to choose physicians across state lines, advocating for competitive federalism in telemedicine without requiring interstate compacts or federal oversight.
The discussion centers on the incompetence of certain economists associated with Trump, highlighting attempts to manipulate economic data and the implications for transparency and legality.
Noah Smith argues that corporate power is not the primary cause of high rents, emphasizing other factors affecting the housing market in America.
Robert Vienneau discusses a model of production that combines intensive and extensive rent based on land use and profit levels in agriculture and industry.
Corey Bridges discusses how Trump's spending bill cuts to SNAP affect families and grocery stores, highlighting the economic implications of these policy changes.
Mortgage applications rose significantly, driven by lower interest rates, with a notable increase in refinance activity despite a modest uptick in purchase applications.
David Folkenflik discusses Kari Lake's claim of being the acting CEO of a federal agency, contrasting it with legal eligibility concerns.
Robert Smith discusses how markets can fail and the government's role in improving market efficiency through market design.
Robert Smith discusses the importance of market design in economics and how government intervention can help correct market failures.
An argument that critiques the notion of America being in recession since 2022, focusing on data and analysis from a specific paper.
Menzie Chinn discusses Dr. Antoni's suggestion to suspend monthly jobs reports due to data reliability concerns, advocating for reliance on more accurate quarterly data instead.
An argument that housing affordability disparities between red and blue states may change, influenced by regulations and competition for residents amid shifting economic conditions.
The post discusses recent trends in consumer price index components and their impact on core PCE nowcast inflation estimates.
The post highlights various stories related to economic principles, including educational tools, patent charges, currency issues, and generational workplace dynamics.
An argument that explores the implications of AI on learning through Searle’s Chinese room analogy, highlighting concerns about genuine understanding in education.
An argument that contrasts two political communities, the River and the Village, analyzing their roles and perceptions in the context of the 2024 election and recent political events.
The post discusses the backlash against GPT-5, comparing it to Coca-Cola's New Coke, highlighting user investment and the challenges of adapting to rapid AI changes.
Jon Murphy discusses the impact of AI on art, analyzing its economic implications and the potential job displacement for artists in different market segments.
An analysis of the upcoming cost-of-living adjustments and contribution base changes based on recent CPI-W data and wage trends.
An argument that Trump manipulates perceptions of crime and the economy to divert attention from his failures, despite evidence showing crime rates are declining and economic conditions are poor.