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Ideas are still big but books got small

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Started May 23, 2026

Plus Cameron Boozer, the Colin Powell campaign that didn’t happen, and why I’m out on Vienna

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CLAIM Posted by will • May 23, 2026
Reducing complex ideas to smaller books undermines intellectual depth and critical thinking in today's discourse.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 23, 2026
Cameron Boozer's potential impact on campaigns showcases the importance of fresh perspectives in political strategy.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 23, 2026
The evolution of book sizes may indicate a changing landscape in how we engage with and understand big ideas.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 23, 2026
The shift from large ideas to smaller, digestible books reflects society's need for quick consumption in a fast-paced world.
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CLAIM Posted by will • May 23, 2026
The failure of the Colin Powell campaign serves as a reminder that not all ideas, regardless of their size, can succeed in practice.
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