Not interested in being pro data center because it's popular. It matters. So, I'm going to stick with it until that reality is also obvious to everyone else without an econ degree.
“We studied 1,600 data centers ... and we find that they create non-construction jobs.”
An Ohio economics professor says data centers generate an estimated 1,000–1,300 additional jobs within 3–5 years of opening.
That's ON TOP of the jobs needed to build them.
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Olivia Rodrigo’s Christmas single drew comparisons to the Waitresses’ “Christmas Wrapping.” Chris Butler, who wrote the 1981 song, praised Rodrigo’s track.
@raylehmann examines what the two songs share and where copyright draws the line. Full article in replies ⬇️
@raylehmann examines what the two songs share and where copyright draws the line. Full article in replies ⬇️
I kept running into this conversation on here, so I decided to write something about it:
truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/09/sea…
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The US midterms gave Democrats both chambers of Congress.
But will the bigger antitrust shift happen in Washington, or in the states?
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truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/05/ant…
But will the bigger antitrust shift happen in Washington, or in the states?
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truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/05/ant…
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I kept running into this conversation on here, so I decided to write something about it:
truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/09/sea…
truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/09/sea…
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Me when licensees can't resolve among themselves who is responsible for resolving a case of harmful interference dispute.
I kept running into this conversation on here, so I decided to write something about it:
truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/09/sea…
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Not @LawEconCenter writing about something that is actually culturally relevant!?
Proud of my nerds always, but especially today. ✨
Good read below on the logic of simplifying US copyright law from ICLE's @raylehmann 🎶
Proud of my nerds always, but especially today. ✨
Good read below on the logic of simplifying US copyright law from ICLE's @raylehmann 🎶
I kept running into this conversation on here, so I decided to write something about it:
truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/09/sea…
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A state injunction can halt a nationwide merger. The midterms could give states more room to expand antitrust powers.
@AuerDirk examines how conflicting rules and stricter merger standards could deter deals that benefit consumers. 🧵⬇️
@AuerDirk examines how conflicting rules and stricter merger standards could deter deals that benefit consumers. 🧵⬇️
The US midterms gave Democrats both chambers of Congress.
But will the bigger antitrust shift happen in Washington, or in the states?
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truthonthemarket.com/2026/11/05/ant…
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I completely agree economists should do means-ends analysis. See Albrecht (2017).
But take support for a policy. Is that their goals (ends), or really their beliefs about how to achieve a different goal (means-ends connection).
Eg do people like price controls for their own sake, or because they expect affordable groceries?
In her book, Weber treats criticism of Harris’s price-gouging ban and Mamdani’s rent control as failures to defend democratic ends.
My contention is, for the most part, people want affordable-available groceries, and people fail to understand the means ends connection.
Hence we need the opposite of dethroning economics. We have a role for economics to understand that.
It’s an empirical debate.
But take support for a policy. Is that their goals (ends), or really their beliefs about how to achieve a different goal (means-ends connection).
Eg do people like price controls for their own sake, or because they expect affordable groceries?
In her book, Weber treats criticism of Harris’s price-gouging ban and Mamdani’s rent control as failures to defend democratic ends.
My contention is, for the most part, people want affordable-available groceries, and people fail to understand the means ends connection.
Hence we need the opposite of dethroning economics. We have a role for economics to understand that.
It’s an empirical debate.
Economic populism also means dethroning economics. It’s not the job of economists to dictate how our economies should be run but to find solutions to implement democratically determined goals.
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NEW POLLING from Narrative Strategies: a HUGE “narrative violation” for the MAGA/national conservative/“new right” crowd:
Republican voters overwhelmingly prefer the future of the GOP focus on “lowering costs and strengthening the economy” (49%). Way ahead of:
Stronger /border security (17%)
America first trade agenda incl. tariffs (13%)
Taking on political cultural institutions (6%)
Taking a more confrontational approach to the national news media (3%)
In short, Republican voters want Republican leaders to be normal. When the party’s perception driven from the top is the opposite, the result looks like Tuesday.
Republican voters overwhelmingly prefer the future of the GOP focus on “lowering costs and strengthening the economy” (49%). Way ahead of:
Stronger /border security (17%)
America first trade agenda incl. tariffs (13%)
Taking on political cultural institutions (6%)
Taking a more confrontational approach to the national news media (3%)
In short, Republican voters want Republican leaders to be normal. When the party’s perception driven from the top is the opposite, the result looks like Tuesday.
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Finally, @BrianCAlbrecht’s time has come.
Minnesota governor-elect @amyklobuchar (D) on who she will appoint to fill her Senate seat: "I will do right by the state of Minnesota with that person."
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Big news in streaming! I wrote earlier this year about the role of television platforms on consumer devices, the value they create, and some of the potential pro-competitive benefits of vertical integration.
Fox Corp. has closed its $22 billion acquisition of streaming platform Roku well ahead of the expected 2027 date.
Roku founder and CEO Anthony Wood will join the Fox board of directors. He will serve as co-chair of Fox Digital Platforms, a newly formed division that includes d Seat Ventures and other digital products and services across the company.
variety.com/2026/tv/news/f…
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Great interview.
Was 2026 the 'AI election?'
While AI wasn't the top issue, 56% of voters said it was a crucial or major factor—and Dems spent $100m+ on ads attacking Rs on AI.
So what are the key takeaways for tech policy. I discuss w/ @calder_mchugh on the latest episode👇
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AI glasses can help visually impaired people navigate the world. AI assistants could offer similar support to people facing cognitive barriers.
@kristianstout joins @chellivia on @HumanProgress to discuss how AI could expand participation in society. ⬇️
@kristianstout joins @chellivia on @HumanProgress to discuss how AI could expand participation in society. ⬇️
Much of the debate about AI focuses on the jobs it might eliminate. But what about the opportunities it could create for people who currently struggle to navigate the modern world?
@kristianstout of @LawEconCenter explains how AI assistants could help people overcome cognitive pate more fully in society.
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compelling, gripping, and inspiring. add emmy winner to the list.
Jalen Brunson as 'Detective Madison' on Law & Order: #SVU, Rick Brunson cameo as well.
Nice work detective @jalenbrunson1
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It’s official!
The Senate’s Thanksgiving special is back on Nov. 19th in Dirksen and Senate carry-out.
One of my fave meals on the Hill to have every year.
The Senate’s Thanksgiving special is back on Nov. 19th in Dirksen and Senate carry-out.
One of my fave meals on the Hill to have every year.
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An AI data center-skeptical wave swept the U.S. in this week’s midterm elections with analysts predicting a significant slowdowni n construction.
As @benthompson argues, this benefits China.
But could it also create an opportunity for Europe?
Unlike China, we do have access to the best silicon. We’re merely the political will to remove obstacles to building (and no, CADA isn’t it).
As @benthompson argues, this benefits China.
But could it also create an opportunity for Europe?
Unlike China, we do have access to the best silicon. We’re merely the political will to remove obstacles to building (and no, CADA isn’t it).
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Great to welcome Courtney Reinhard back to the FCC as Chief of our Space Bureau.
The Space Bureau has been doing phenomenal work—moving fast, approving next-gen constellations, and ensuring consumers benefit for a range of new connectivity services. 🛰️🚀
Look forward to more good wins ahead.
The Space Bureau has been doing phenomenal work—moving fast, approving next-gen constellations, and ensuring consumers benefit for a range of new connectivity services. 🛰️🚀
Look forward to more good wins ahead.
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