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Conspiracy theories, bad vibes, and Matt's theory of economic policy persuasion
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Thursday thread
A lot of good tax talk in today’s comment section. Continue it here! Is there a VAT hive that would like to make their voice heard?
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Ben Krauss
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Obamacare repeal is back, and it's still bad
The policy stakes in 2024 matter a lot
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Matthew Yglesias
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Wednesday Thread
A reminder that we’re doing a live chat for tonight’s debate! I’ll turn it on ten minutes prior to the 8 PM start time, so everyone can join and…
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Ben Krauss
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The tyranny of climate targets
We need cost-effective specifics, not hazy generalities
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Matthew Yglesias
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Tuesday thread
These crazy kids are hitting the debate stage again Wednesday at 8 PM ET. If you’re planning on watching and want to chat about it with the Slow…
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Ben Krauss
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How to unleash a trailer home boom
Eliminate the rules that deter small factory-building houses
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Matthew Yglesias
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