Policy analysis and political commentary from Matt Yglesias.
The article explores how the concept of historical accuracy has evolved over time, revealing that our modern expectations of truth in history are a relatively recent development.
Which is worse in a volatile midterm landscape: no money or no enthusiasm?
Timothy Lee from Understanding AI tells me I’m wrong about this
The article explores the enduring role of landlords in housing markets, arguing that their presence is a fundamental aspect of urban living and economic dynamics.
Plus LeBron James, the pundit’s fallacy, and alternate Robert E. Lee
Part of the fun of the World Cup is it felt like everyone was watching
New polling, research, investment, and shifting investor behavior all point to housing’s growing influence on voters, markets, states, and lawmakers
There are a bunch of issues where the establishment is to the left of most Democratic primary voters
The economy is way more complicated than workers vs. owners
From Maine to Wisconsin, Democratic primaries have been upended as G.O.P. incumbents and super PACs continue stockpiling cash ahead of 2026
Plus the perils of energy fandom and some hot takes on Jaylen Brown