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The author discusses the upcoming Causal Inference workshop and analyzes changing job market conditions affecting demand for skills in academia and industry.
An argument that a charity incentive at the Emmys failed due to loss aversion not applying effectively, highlighting the importance of ownership and collective action problems.
An argument that recent policies threaten America's global leadership in technology, education, and research, undermining economic success and exacerbating chaos in immigration processes.
Bill McBride discusses the slight increase in single-family housing inventory and its seasonal trends compared to previous years.
Joshua Gans discusses the economic implications of AI existential risks and the value of mitigating those risks compared to the benefits of AI development.
An argument that the definition of recession as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth is overly simplistic and overlooks more complex economic indicators and historical context.
An argument that modern progressives advocate policies benefiting themselves under the guise of social justice, reflecting a complex interplay of motivations reminiscent of historical progressivism.
The author shares personal experiences of whale watching and attending an NFL game with his son, reflecting on family dynamics and emotional connections to new experiences.
Paul Krugman discusses gender politics, the labor force participation of men, and the implications of traditional gender norms in relation to economic and social issues.
Noah Smith discusses the Trump administration's harsh immigration policies, particularly targeting H-1B visas and the impact on skilled workers and the tech industry.
An argument that suggests a new metric for selecting immigrants based on cognitive variance and geographic distance to enhance America's talent pool.
An argument that highlights the importance of considering broader unemployment metrics, specifically the U6 rate, to understand the labor market's true state.
Maria Aspan discusses how Trump's new $100K fee on H-1B visas will negatively impact tech companies that seek his support.
The discussion centers on the firing of a prominent editor for her social media comments following a controversial murder, highlighting issues of free speech and media accountability.
Bill McBride outlines key economic reports and data releases scheduled for the week of September 21, 2025, focusing on housing, GDP, and manufacturing.
An argument that contrasts China's engineering-focused approach with America's lawyer-centric society to explain their differing economic trajectories.
Quil Lawrence discusses the Pentagon's new requirement for journalists to sign a pledge to report only approved information.
An argument that banning smartphones in schools may harm high-performing students by limiting their access to knowledge and learning resources, while also neglecting potential benefits.
An argument that the president's executive orders impose a $100,000 fee for H1-B visa workers and create a pathway for wealthy foreigners to obtain visas.
Timothy Taylor discusses the historical shift in U.S. energy policy 50 years ago, promoting coal use in response to oil crises and energy independence concerns.