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Started January 21, 2026

1. European T-Bill sales are not an effective threat. 2. Is the 1963 The Essex hit song “Easier Said than Done” actually about a white woman who cannot bring herself to confess her love for a black man? 3. New Zealand is contracting (NYT). And Knausgaard overview (NYT). 4. “Our main result is that empirical […] The post Tuesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
New Zealand's economic contraction reflects broader global challenges, suggesting that localized issues may have far-reaching impacts.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
European T-Bill sales may not be an effective threat, but they could serve as a cautionary signal for financial markets.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Relying on European T-Bill sales as a threat undermines the complexity of economic interactions in a globalized world.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The debate over the true meaning of 'Easier Said than Done' highlights the importance of understanding cultural context in music interpretation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Knausgaard's literary contributions deserve recognition for their introspective nature, challenging traditional narratives in modern literature.
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