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America's future could hinge on whether AI slightly disappoints
If the economy's single pillar goes down, Trump's presidency will be seen as a disaster.
18 hrs ago
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Can anything knock China off its mountain?
A great nation at its peak can still make big mistakes.
Oct 10
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Malaysia: Truly Asia
A brief visit to a country that has mostly made it.
Oct 8
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The U.S. political situation
It's not great. But if we want, we can still get things back on track.
Oct 7
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The Third Magic
A repost, with some extra magic.
Oct 5
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Why do people get paid to invest their money?
And...should they?
Oct 3
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Network State, or a Network of States?
An idea for a new global Hanseatic League.
Oct 1
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September 2025
Book Review: "Doughnut Economics"
In which Kate Raworth summarizes many leftish criticisms of economics.
Sep 29
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Noah Smith
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What if local control can actually help build housing?
Some places want to build. Maybe we should just let them.
Sep 27
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Tech can fix most of our problems (if we let it)
Humans are clever animals. We should make full use of that advantage.
Sep 25
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Why every country needs to master the Electric Tech Stack
The industries you need for national defense are also the industries you need for manufacturing...everything.
Sep 23
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Indians and Koreans not welcome
The Trump administration goes after Asian immigrants.
Sep 21
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