3661. Trump’s parade flopped. No Kings Day was a hit.
Paul Krugman discusses the implications of recent protests against Trumpism and the failure of Trump's parade, highlighting the state of American democracy.
3662. Covariates, Repeated Cross Sections, Diff-in-Diff, and Parallel Trends Violations Plus Pictures of Lucca Italy
An argument that discusses the use of difference-in-differences and repeated cross sections in economic analysis, while also reflecting on personal experiences in Italy.
3663. Housing June 16th Weekly Update: Inventory up 2.1% Week-over-week, Up 33.1% Year-over-year
Bill McBride discusses the increase in active single-family housing inventory, highlighting significant week-over-week and year-over-year changes.
3664. Capital-Reversing In A Pertubation Of An Example Of The Recurrence Of Truncation
Robert Vienneau explores capital-reversing in production techniques, analyzing how perturbations affect wage curves and economic output in a multi-commodity model.
3665. Press group sues L.A., alleging police abuse of reporters at ICE rallies
David Folkenflik discusses violations of press freedoms by law enforcement during anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists.
3666. The secret to Nintendo's success
Adrian Ma discusses Nintendo's evolution from a small playing card company to a multimedia giant, highlighting its identity as a toy company.
3667. Tariffs and Consumer Prices at High Frequency
Menzie Chinn discusses the impact of tariffs on consumer prices and analyzes inflation trends using big data insights.
3668. Some northern parts of Spain
The post explores various northern Spanish cities, highlighting their unique characteristics, cultural aspects, and the impact of tourism and deindustrialization.
3669. My Weekly Reading for June 15, 2025
David Henderson discusses various articles on stablecoins, tobacco excise taxes, and changing health politics, highlighting economic implications and shifts in consumer attitudes.
3670. Back to the Seventeenth Century
Pierre Lemieux discusses the modern trade conflict between the U.S. and China, drawing parallels to historical protectionist practices and their economic implications.
3671. Arriving at Lucca and starting two weeks of cloistered study and prep
Scott Cunningham shares his experiences traveling to Lucca for two weeks of study and preparation after teaching in various cities, reflecting on personal and academic connections.
3672. Feeling cautiously optimistic about American democracy
Noah Smith reflects on a recent protest against Trump, noting its peacefulness and patriotic themes, while analyzing the implications for American democracy and political discourse.
3673. FOMC Preview: No Change to Fed Funds Rate
Bill McBride discusses expectations for the FOMC's decision to maintain the Fed Funds Rate and the implications for economic projections and uncertainty.
3674. Slowdown? Business Cycle Indicator Data as of Mid-June
An analysis of various economic indicators suggests a potential slowdown in the economy, highlighting discrepancies in GDP tracking and labor market resilience.
3675. Seigniorage
David Henderson discusses seigniorage, its implications for government revenue, and the nuances of monetary policy related to currency demand and printing costs.
3676. The Marvels of a Flight
Marcos Falcone reflects on modern air travel and technological advancements, highlighting how they enhance our lives compared to the past.
3677. The Return of the American Model
Alex Tabarrok discusses the American Model of emergency response, highlighting the collaboration between government and private sector during crises like Operation Warp Speed and World War II.
3678. Global Inequality: Branko Milanovic
A discussion on global inequality, focusing on data challenges and the significance of understanding income disparities among world citizens.
3679. Schedule for Week of June 15, 2025
Bill McBride outlines key economic reports and events scheduled for the week of June 15, 2025, including retail sales and housing starts.
3680. The Me Decade
Scott Sumner argues that the 2020s reflect a self-centered culture, illustrated by political actions that prioritize lawmakers' interests over public safety and accountability.