1241. Profiles in Cowardice, Tariff Edition
Paul Krugman discusses Trump's use of tariffs for personal power and the Supreme Court's reluctance to rule against them, highlighting political implications over economic rationale.
1242. Bezos orders deep job cuts at 'Washington Post'
David Folkenflik discusses the significant job cuts at The Washington Post ordered by Jeff Bezos, focusing on the paper's shift towards politics and national security.
1243. Closing out tabs
Scott Cunningham reflects on personal experiences, academic collaborations, and thoughts on technology, particularly AI, while sharing insights on various topics and people in his life.
1244. The economics of hip hop
Tyler Cowen discusses his research on hip hop's impact, analyzing data on its diffusion and effects on crime, education, and employment outcomes across the U.S.
1245. Trump grants tariff breaks to 'politically connected' companies, Senate Dems say
Maria Aspan discusses how Trump’s tariff breaks favor politically connected companies, raising concerns about corruption in trade policy.
1246. You owe it to yourself to go on a solo trip. Here's how to plan one
The post discusses the benefits of solo travel and provides tips for planning a successful trip based on travelers' experiences.
1247. More Tough Times for US Agriculture?
An argument that U.S. agriculture faces severe challenges due to rising costs, market disruptions, and declining farmer sentiment, leading to increased bankruptcies and poor investment outlook.
1248. When Social Security Went Haywire in the 1970s
The post examines the significant increase in Social Security replacement rates during the 1970s and its implications for future reforms and financial stability.
1249. China bans hidden car door handles, a design popularized by Tesla
New regulations in China mandate manual car door handles to prevent potential hazards during crashes, addressing safety concerns related to electric mechanisms.
1250. Disney names Josh D'Amaro as its new CEO
The post discusses Josh D'Amaro's appointment as CEO of Disney, succeeding Bob Iger after nearly twenty years of leadership.
1251. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories illustrating economic principles, including trade deficits, consumer behavior, and informal property rights in a unique context.
1252. Back seats aren't as safe as they should be. A crash test is trying to help
Camila Domonoske discusses the safety issues of back seats in vehicles and efforts by a safety group to improve them through crash testing.
1253. Claude Code Part 13: Skills and the Split-PDF Workflow
The post introduces "skills" in Claude Code, explaining their practical applications for quantitative social scientists and how they enhance productivity in academic work.
1254. American Democracy Will Not Die in Darkness
Paul Krugman discusses the rise of authoritarianism in America, the backlash against it, and the implications for democracy and political resistance.
1255. PepsiCo will cut prices on Lay's, Cheetos by as much as 15%
A major food company plans to reduce prices on popular snack brands due to declining consumer spending amid ongoing inflation concerns.
1256. Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images
Prosecutors conducted a raid on X's offices amid an investigation into allegations of distributing child abuse images and deepfakes, summoning Elon Musk for questioning.
1257. What a liberal immigration enforcement policy might look like
An argument that Democrats must develop a proactive immigration policy to address public concerns and counteract authoritarianism, rather than reverting to unpopular past policies.
1258. 5 papers from the Super Bowl of Economics
Willa Rubin discusses intriguing research papers presented at the American Economics Association's annual meeting.
1259. Business Cycle Indicators in the Absence of 2026M1 Employment
Menzie Chinn discusses the impact of a federal government shutdown on employment data and analyzes various business cycle indicators.
1260. Don't discount American democracy's resilience
An argument that American democracy's resilience is often underestimated, highlighting recent protests and the ongoing struggle against authoritarianism despite prevailing pessimism.