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In Praise of the Humble Rule of Thumb

Fast, frugal and robust, rules of thumb are decision-making powerhouses.

Britain’s Troubles Are Teaching Us Something About Financial Markets

They have enormous influence over governments.

If the Federal Reserve Were a Car Dealership …

How to sell the American public on a questionable vehicle.

Unseparate and Unequal

Workers may have more leverage these days, but the boss is still the boss.

In the Face of Inflation, Let’s Give Everyone a Lift

Cost-of-living increases shouldn’t be limited to Social Security.

Xi Jinping Is the Second Coming of Mao Zedong

He would consider that a compliment. It’s not.

Recessions Can Be Like Hurricanes, and Vice Versa

The similarities are instructive.