It’s pretty mind-blowing that a prominent American academic is willing to say this publicly. A disturbing shift in the Overton window. (I’m genuinely taken aback—have Reich’s colleagues/employer commented on this stuff?)

It's ironic because Musk is probably doing more than anyone on earth to keep us in The Narrow Corridor.

Another great example of how the idea of market failure as taught in econ falls short. Every 101 student knows heavier vehicles have negative externalities that should be taxed That's where the homework ends, but govts actually do the opposite! maximum-progress.com/p/dont-endorse…

"it's unfair that I'm starting at zero," says man who lives life of previously unimaginable luxury due to the combined ingenuity of millions after being born into the wealthiest society in history

We launched Progress Ireland today, a think tank whose mission is to connect Ireland to ideas that will help unlock its potential. What is, who are we, why did we do it?

I'd bet this curve will continue to bend down and fit the parabolic curve. Solar will win!

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Many people have been saying things like this, but this is quite false. 500m in damage isn't the end of the world -- it's a Tuesday in the global economy. Let me give examples.