Policy analysis and political commentary from Matt Yglesias.
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The demonic policy strangling the British economy
The article explores how restrictive policies are hindering the British economy, arguing that these measures stifle growth and innovation, ultimately harming the nation's financial prospects.
I don’t buy your “dating recession”
The collapse of romantic infrastructure is an engineering failure, not a Gen Z character flaw
One bad provision could sink a critical bipartisan housing bill
Despite sweeping support and real substance, a poorly drafted investor ban could kill the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
Maybe *all* rental housing should be owned by large institutional investors
The article explores the potential benefits of having large institutional investors own all rental housing, examining how this could impact affordability, management, and housing stability.
The anti-antisemitism movement is failing
More “calling out” by the same leaders of the same institutions isn’t going to work
Is a new teacher better off in Mississippi than in New York?
Generous school spending doesn’t always deliver results
Solar in poor countries is creating a huge lead hazard
Off-grid systems use cheap old-fashioned batteries that aren’t recycled properly
Supply, skepticism, and scandal
A blockbuster Senate vote, shaky fee waivers, and a study that says building won’t bring affordability in this lifetime all hit the housing conversation
Democrats don’t need a Project 2029
The article argues that Democrats should focus on immediate issues rather than long-term plans like "Project 2029," emphasizing the importance of addressing current challenges effectively.
Nearly a week out from Texas
National numbers look good for Democrats. The early primary races look murkier
Charismatic leaders can roll their base
Plus a detailed explanation of something obscure Chuck Schumer did in 2008