1641. Personal Income Decreased 0.4% in May; Spending Decreased 0.1%
Bill McBride discusses the decrease in personal income and spending in May 2025, along with inflation trends and their implications for economic growth.
1642. The dawn of the posthuman age
An argument that the Industrial Revolution marked a significant transformation in human life, contrasting past expectations of a technological Singularity with current productivity trends and future possibilities.
1643. Solar manufacturing is booming. Advocates say it could go bust without incentives
An argument that ending tax incentives for solar developers could jeopardize the growth of the American solar manufacturing industry.
1644. Several countries have privatized air traffic control. Should the U.S.?
Joe Hernandez discusses the debate over privatizing air traffic control in the U.S. and its implications for the aviation industry.
1645. Babies v climate change; AI v IP; bonds v world
An argument that explores the impact of population growth on climate change, legal decisions regarding AI, and the current state of the bond market.
1646. Trump says he's terminating trade talks with Canada, 'effective immediately'
An announcement is made regarding a trade agreement between the U.S. and China, with expectations for a similar deal with India.
1647. Cochrane on Monetary Policy
Scott Sumner discusses his differing views on monetary policy compared to John Cochrane, particularly regarding the effects of fiscal and monetary actions on inflation and employment.
1648. Highlights of Don Boudreaux Talk: Championing Free Trade in an Age of Economic Nationalism
David Henderson discusses Don Boudreaux's insights on free trade, economic history, and the impact of trade deficits during a recent talk he attended.
1649. Bill Moyers, the former White House press secretary turned acclaimed TV journalist, dead at 91
The post discusses the death of a notable former White House press secretary who transitioned into a celebrated television journalist.
1650. As Iran and Israel fought, people turned to AI for facts. They didn't find many
Huo Jingnan discusses how people turned to AI for information during the Iran-Israel conflict but found limited factual content.
1651. Kelo at 20 Years: How to Regulate the Regulators?
Edward J. Lopez discusses the implications of the Kelo v. City of New London ruling on eminent domain and suggests regulatory reforms to prevent abuse while preserving legitimate uses.
1652. Interview with Austan Goolsbee: Being at the Fed, House Prices, AI, and More
Timothy Taylor discusses Austan Goolsbee's insights on monetary policy, data analysis, and challenges in the housing market as president of the Chicago Fed.
1653. Sloppy AI Entry
Joshua Gans discusses the challenges of AI-generated content, particularly the prevalence of disinformation and the need for effective filtering mechanisms to maintain trust in information.
1654. Mamdani and the Moguls of Madness
Paul Krugman discusses the implications of Mamdani's election victory and critiques the political elite's response, emphasizing issues of accountability and affordability in New York City.
1655. How does President Trump make his money? Real estate, hospitality and his name
Stephen Fowler discusses President Trump's income sources, including real estate, hospitality, and branding, highlighting his financial disclosures and campaign-related earnings.
1656. Inflation Adjusted House Prices 1.7% Below 2022 Peak; Price-to-rent index is 8.8% below 2022 peak
The post discusses current inflation-adjusted house prices and their comparison to past peaks, emphasizing the importance of real price analysis in the housing market.
1657. Flying on Frying Oil
An argument that policies promoting sustainable aviation fuel from used cooking oil create unintended consequences, suggesting a carbon tax would be a more effective solution.
1658. More pictures and videos from Lucca and Turin, plus thinking aloud about the second edition of the mixtape
The author shares experiences from travels in Italy and plans for Switzerland, reflecting on personal connections, teaching, and the challenges of travel logistics with family.
1659. The paperwork trap: A sneaky way to cut Medicaid in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'?
Greg Rosalsky discusses the potential implications of Republicans' proposed work requirements for Medicaid, questioning their necessity and possible effects on the social safety net.
1660. Kari Lake takes her war on Voice of America to Congress
David Folkenflik discusses Kari Lake's Congressional testimony attacking the Voice of America and the implications of her actions on national interests.